Augustus van der Steene

Augustus van der Steene (1803-1870) was a Belgian painter known for his portraits and genre scenes. He was born in Bruges, Belgium, and died in Sint-Joost-ten-Node. Van der Steene's work often depicted ordinary people in everyday situations, and his style was characterized by careful detail and a realistic approach. This drawing of the artist shows a sense of realism through the detailed rendering of the face and the fabric of the cloak.