Portret van de scheikundige Jean-Pierre-Joseph d'Arcet 1840

This lithograph, created in 1840 by Marie-Alexandre Alophe, is a portrait of Jean-Pierre-Joseph d’Arcet, a renowned chemist. The artwork showcases d’Arcet in a formal pose, wearing a double-breasted coat and holding his hand out in a gesture of presentation. The image’s delicate lines and the use of shading create a realistic representation of the subject, typical of the Neoclassical style popular in the 19th century. It is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum.