In "Burgomaster Nicolaas Rockox" (2023) by Johnny Morant, the timeless art of portraiture is reimagined through a masterful use of oil on board. The artist skillfully captures the essence of the subject, Burgomaster Nicolaas Rockox, while intriguingly playing with the border between clarity and suggestion. The portrait exudes a sense of mystery and intrigue as some parts of the painting are deliberately pixelated, blurring the lines between reality and abstraction. This intentional pixelation adds a contemporary touch to the traditional medium, inviting the viewer to engage with the work on multiple levels, peering into the enigmatic depths of the subject's character. "Burgomaster Nicolaas Rockox" is a captivating exploration of human identity and perception, expertly balancing the familiar and the elusive, leaving an indelible impression on the observer's imagination.