Artist: H.J. Topman
Title: Portrait of a Rabbi
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: Sight: 20" H x 16" W; Framed: 31" H x 27" W
Condition Report: In good condition
Signature: Signed in the lower right corner

A dignified and expressive oil portrait of a rabbi, attributed to Dutch artist H.J. Topman. The subject is depicted with a solemn gaze, framed by a full white beard and adorned in traditional attire, including a fur-trimmed hat and gold chain. The rich, dark background enhances the subject’s presence, while the finely detailed rendering of the face and clothing highlights the artist’s mastery of portraiture. Presented in an ornate giltwood frame, this piece is a striking example of classical portraiture.

About the Artist:
H.J. Topman (b. 1907, Amsterdam) was a Dutch painter trained at the Academy of Fine Arts in Amsterdam. Known for his refined technique and attention to detail, he created compelling portraits that captured the character and depth of his subjects.