David Leeuw with his Family by Abraham Lambertsz van den Tempel. A 17th-century family portrait featuring several adults and children, some holding musical instruments and sheet music, with a small spaniel at their feet.

David Leeuw with his Family

Abraham Lambertsz van den Tempel

1671 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An elegant 17th-century Dutch family portrait celebrating music and domestic harmony.

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Dining Room · Study · Library
Placement
Reads best with enough surrounding space
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Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Soft gray

About the piece

Painted in 1671 by Abraham Lambertsz van den Tempel, this grand family portrait depicts David Leeuw and his household. The composition is rich with period details, from the shimmering silk gowns and delicate lace collars to the meticulously rendered musical instruments, including a viola da gamba and a harpsichord, signifying the family's cultured status and harmonious bond.