Old World Portraits
Portrait of an Officer
Jan van Ravesteyn
A commanding Dutch Golden Age portrait of an officer in ornate black armor with a striking orange sash.
Portrait of an Officer
Jan van Ravesteyn
1612 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A dignified 17th-century portrait of an officer in polished black armor, accompanied by his striking plumed helmet.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with softened warm notes — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Rich brown
About the piece
This masterful 1612 portrait from the workshop of Jan van Ravesteyn depicts an officer with remarkable detail, from the luminous reflections on his dark armor to the delicate lace of his ruff. Beside him rests a striking helmet topped with vibrant orange and white feathers, emphasizing his military rank and the opulence of the Dutch Golden Age.
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