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Portrait of Johanna Cornelia Ziesenis-Wattier
From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.
About this work
The Dutch actress Johanna Wattier was a true diva in her time, renowned for her interpretation of French theatrical roles. Accordingly, Gabriël gave her a self-possessed, almost regal air in this portrait bust. He derived his inspiration from portraits of Napoleon’s mother and sister by his famous teacher, Canova.
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own descriptionCredit linePortrait of Johanna Cornelia Ziesenis-Wattier. c. 1820. Paulus Joseph Gabriël. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
