Old World Portraits
Thomas Howard, 21st Earl of Arundel
Anthony van Dyck
An elegant 17th-century portrait of the Earl of Arundel, showcasing masterly brushwork and a commanding presence.
Lord Strafford and His Secretary Sir Philip Mainwaring
Anthony van Dyck
1750 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A commanding 17th-century double portrait capturing the gravity and partnership of Lord Strafford and his secretary.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Soft gray
About the piece
This masterful double portrait, after the celebrated Anthony van Dyck, depicts Lord Strafford in a dignified black robe alongside his secretary, Sir Philip Mainwaring, who is captured in the act of writing. The composition expertly uses lighting and color contrast to define the roles of the sitters, reflecting the sophisticated courtly style of the period.
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