Old World Portraits
Portrait of an Officer
Jan van Ravesteyn
A commanding Dutch Golden Age portrait featuring an officer in intricate black armor and a striking orange sash.
Portrait of an Officer
Jan van Ravesteyn
1621 · Oil Paint, Canvas
This 1621 Dutch masterpiece captures an officer in polished dark armor, accented by a vibrant orange sash and an intricate lace ruff.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with warm, lived-in color — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Office
- Placement
- Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted by Jan van Ravesteyn in 1621, this formal portrait depicts a Dutch officer with dignified precision. The work showcases a masterful study of textures, from the gleaming dark metal of the armor and the soft silk of the orange sash to the incredibly fine needlework of the ruff and cuffs, all set against a somber, atmospheric backdrop.
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