Old World Portraits
Portrait of an Officer
Jan van Ravesteyn
A striking 17th-century portrait of a military officer in meticulously rendered plate armor.
Portrait of an Officer
Jan van Ravesteyn
1611 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An exquisite 17th-century Dutch portrait featuring a dignified officer in polished black armor.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Study · Living Room · Office
- Placement
- Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted in 1611 by Jan van Ravesteyn, this striking portrait depicts an officer in full battle dress. The meticulous detail of the articulated black armor, the crisp texture of the white ruff, and the vibrant plumage of the helmet beside him reflect the masterful technique and dignified formality characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age.
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