Description
Portrait of Jean Henri van Swinden (The Hague, 8 June 1746 – Amsterdam, 9 March 1823), professor of philosophy, mathematics, and physics in Amsterdam, shown facing forward with a detailed depiction of his hair and clothing. Below the image, there is a text inscription describing his titles and positions.
Made by after an anonymous artist.
Medium: Engraving on wove (vellin) paper.
Sheet size: 8.8 x 11 cm (3.46 x 4.33 inch). Image size: 8.8 x 11 cm. (3.46 x 4.33 inch).
Condition: good, given age. Paper is in good condition, minimal signs of aging. The paper is cut at a slight angle on the right. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
JEAN HENRI VAN SWINDEN, AMSTERDAM, PROFESSOR, PHILOSOPHY, MATHEMATICS, PHYSICS, MARCUS, CASPARI | PCO-E22-11
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Source: unknown, to be determined.
Reference: Stadsarchief Amsterdam: Inventory number: 010097009239.
Biography engraver: Jacob Ernst Marcus (1774?1826) was a Dutch engraver known for his detailed portrait work. Hendrik Willem Caspari (1770?1829) was also a notable Dutch engraver, recognized for his contributions to printmaking in the early 19th century.
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