Portret van kunstenaar Fredericus Jacobus van Rossum du Chattel c. 1883 - 1914

This is Floris Arntzenius' charcoal sketch of Fredericus Jacobus van Rossum du Chattel. The drawing captures its subject in a moment of repose. Observe how Arntzenius uses charcoal to create a sense of depth and texture. The lines are not merely outlines but function as modulations of light and shadow. See how he employs bold strokes to define the contours of the face, and softer, smudged areas to suggest the fall of light across the skin. The textures—from the stubble of the beard to the fabric of the suit—are rendered with a keen eye for detail. There's a clear visual and thematic emphasis on form and structure rather than narrative. Note the play between light and shadow. Consider how these formal choices might reflect an aesthetic preference for capturing the essence of a moment. The drawing serves as a document of artistic interpretation rather than a straightforward portrait.