Old World Portraits
Portrait of a Boy
Harmen Willems Wieringa
An elegant 17th-century Dutch portrait of a young boy, showcasing fine details of period costume and lace.
Portrait of a Six-Year-Old Boy
Jan de Bray
1654 · Oil Paint, Panel
A poignant 17th-century Dutch portrait capturing the quiet dignity and soft features of a young boy.
$129
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with warm, lived-in color — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black
About the piece
Painted in 1654 by Jan de Bray, this masterful portrait showcases the sensitive characterization typical of the Dutch Golden Age. The young subject, aged six, is rendered with luminous skin tones and soft hair that contrast sharply against the deep, atmospheric background, creating a timeless and elegant piece for any study or library.
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