Portret van Wessel Albertus van Hengel
Johann Peter Berghaus
1850-11-30
Medium
lithography
Dimensions
310; 440
About this artwork
blad: hoogte 440 mm x breedte 310 mm
Art Historical Context
"Portret van Wessel Albertus van Hengel" is a striking lithograph by Johann Peter Berghaus, dated November 30, 1850. This portrait captures the likeness of its namesake subject on a generous sheet measuring 440 mm high by 310 mm wide, showcasing Berghaus's mastery of the medium. Born in Germany and active in the Netherlands, Berghaus was a prolific 19th-century lithographer renowned for his detailed reproductions of portraits, landscapes, and urban scenes, bridging artistic traditions across borders. Lithography, invented in the late 18th century, revolutionized printmaking by allowing artist...