Old World Portraits
Portrait of a Nobleman
Unknown Artist
A dignified portrait of a nobleman featuring an elaborate lace ruff and intricate dark embroidery.
Portrait of Jan II Moretus
Erasmus Quellinus II
1642 · Medium Not Listed
A dignified 17th-century Flemish portrait featuring a striking white ruff collar against a deep, moody background.
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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
- Library · Study · Office
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Olive green, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted in 1642 by Erasmus Quellinus II, this portrait depicts Jan II Moretus with the quiet dignity characteristic of the Antwerp school. The masterful execution highlights the luminous flesh tones and the complex, architectural folds of the starched ruff, creating a powerful focal point that commands any room.
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