King Caspar by Hendrik Heerschop. A half-length portrait of a man with dark skin, wearing ornate golden robes and a heavy chain, holding a metal vessel.

King Caspar

Hendrik Heerschop

1654 · Oil Paint, Oakwood

A striking 17th-century portrait of King Caspar, rendered with a warm palette and masterful play of light.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character in walnut and cognac tones — brings a composed sense of weight.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Rich brown, Charcoal black, Olive green

About the piece

Painted in 1654 by Hendrik Heerschop, a student of Rembrandt, this evocative portrait depicts Caspar, one of the three kings from the Magi. The work showcases the period's fascination with texture and character, seen in the intricate detailing of the golden brocade and the dignified expression of the sitter.