Old World Portraits
Portrait of a Man in a Lace Ruff
Michiel Jansz. van Mierevelt
A refined 17th-century portrait featuring a striking, intricate lace ruff against a deep, moody background.
Portrait of a Man
Michiel Jansz. van Mierevelt
1620 · Oil Paint, Oak Panel
This dignified 17th-century portrait captures a gentleman in a striking lace ruff and fur-lined mantle.
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Where it works
A measured, grounding piece with warm, lived-in color — holds a composed wall with restraint.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Study · Library
- Placement
- Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Soft yellow
About the piece
Attributed to Michiel Jansz. van Mierevelt in 1620, this oil on panel portrait exemplifies the sober elegance of the Dutch Golden Age. The subject is rendered with meticulous detail, particularly in the delicate folds of his expansive ruff and the soft texture of his fur-trimmed cloak, creating a sense of quiet authority and historical presence.
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