Old World Portraits
Portrait of Engel de Ruyter
Ferdinand Bol, Willem van de Velde the Younger
An elegant Dutch Golden Age portrait of a young man in exquisite attire set against a dramatic red backdrop and naval scene.
Portrait of Engel de Ruyter
Jan Andrea Lievens
1673 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An elegant 17th-century Dutch portrait of a young vice-admiral in richly detailed attire with a faithful canine companion.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with softened warm notes — 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, Rich brown, Olive green
About the piece
Painted by Jan Andrea Lievens in 1673, this striking portrait depicts Engel de Ruyter, a Dutch vice-admiral. The work showcases masterful textures in the intricate lace and brocade of his uniform, while the inclusion of a hunting dog and a distant naval vessel highlights his status and heritage within the Dutch Golden Age.
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