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Portrait of Hadriaan Beverland Drawing a Statue of Venus
Isaac Beckett (mentioned on object), 1686
In London, Beverland made a living as an art and book agent. He tracked down interesting antiquities, shells and manuscripts for wealthy collectors. Here he is surrounded by Egyptian monuments and a sensuous statue of Venus, the goddess of love. Naughtily positioned, with a view of Venus’ bare buttocks, Beverland draws the statue. The inscription boasts of his expert knowledge.
- Artwork typeprint
- Object numberRP-P-1910-2001
- Dimensionsheight 412 mm x width 249 mm