Portret van Maurits
Pieter Tanjé
1748
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
368; 240
About this artwork
height 368 mm x width 240 mm
Art Historical Context
**Portret van Maurits** a striking 1748 engraving by Pieter Tané, a prominent Dutch printmaker of the Rococo era known for his precise reproductive portraits. Measuring 368 mm in height by 240 mm in width, this substantial sheet captures the likeness of Maurits—likely referring to the revered Prince Maurits of Nassau, a figure in the Dutch Republic's fight for independence during the Eighty Years' War. Tanjé's work reflects the 18th-century fascination with national heroes, preserving their images for public admiration long after their time. As an engraving, the piece showcases the meticulous...