Bengt Horn af Åminne with his Wives Margaretha Sparre and Ingeborg Banér by David Klöcker Ehrenstrahl. A man in luxurious garments is seated between two women in silk dresses while a small winged figure flies overhead.
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Bengt Horn af Åminne with his Wives Margaretha Sparre and Ingeborg Banér

David Klöcker Ehrenstrahl

1675 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A grand Baroque group portrait radiating aristocratic dignity and historical weight.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work with softened warm notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Dining Room · Library · Study
Placement
Strong as a centered anchor on a clear wall
Walls
Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Soft gray

About the piece

Created in 1675 by the renowned court painter David Klöcker Ehrenstrahl, this majestic triple portrait depicts Swedish nobleman Bengt Horn af Åminne with his two wives. The piece is a masterclass in Baroque composition, showcasing intricate lace, shimmering silks, and heavy brocade textures alongside a classical allegorical putto.

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