Portret van een jongen 1824 - 1864

"Portret van een jongen" (Portrait of a Boy) is an etching by Dutch artist Huib van Hove Bz, dating back to 1824-1864. Created with meticulous detail, the artwork showcases van Hove's mastery of the etching technique, evidenced by the fine lines and shading that give the boy's portrait depth and realism. The piece is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to the artist's significant contributions to Dutch art. The etching's intimate scale, measuring just 100 mm high and 71 mm wide, creates a sense of closeness and invites the viewer to connect with the subject's youthful expression.