Jean Baptiste Pierre Michiels

Jean Baptiste Pierre Michiels was an artist whose documented professional activity spanned the mid-19th century, operating between 1831 and 1863. His recognized output consists entirely of prints, demonstrating skill in both devotional subjects and individualized portraiture. Six examples of his work are represented in museum collections, providing critical insight into 19th-century European printmaking.

The core of Michiels’s known oeuvre is held in major institutions, including the Rijksmuseum. The works preserved in the collection demonstrate versatility in subject matter, ranging from religious prints like the two versions of Maria met het Christuskind en de jonge Johannes de Doper to biographical studies. His portraiture includes the documented Portret van Emmanuel Hiel, the Portret van een onbekende jongen, and the Portret van een onbekende man, mogelijk Jean Baptiste Pierre Michiels.

As historical works, reproductions of these Jean Baptiste Pierre Michiels prints are often accessible through the public domain. The availability of high-quality, museum-quality images ensures that his contributions to the graphic arts remain accessible for both study and collecting.