Portrait of Jacobus Schotte, Burgomaster of Middelburg

Executed on a copper plate, the painting benefits from the metal’s smooth surface, allowing Quinkhard to render fine details and subtle tonal variations. The work reflects Rococo influences in its elegant composition and delicate handling of light, yet retains the Dutch emphasis on realistic representation.

After its creation, the portrait entered private collections before being acquired by the Rijksmuseum, where it remains on display. The artist’s signature, faint yet legible at the lower edge, confirms Quinkhard’s authorship.

Quinkhard, active in the early‑to‑mid‑18th century, was known for portraiture and print design. His career unfolded during a period when Dutch art shifted toward a more polished, courtly aesthetic, integrating Rococo decorative elements while preserving the meticulous observation of earlier Dutch masters.