Cornelius Johnson Collection

Elisabeth Vivien, married Parmentier. Creator: Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen
Elisabeth Vivien, married Parmentier, unknown date

Johan Boudaen Courten (1635-1716), Lord of St Laurens, Schellach and Popkensburg, 1668
Johan Boudaen Courten (1635-1716), Lord of St Laurens, Schellach and Popkensburg. Councillor of Middelburg and Director of the East India Company, 1668

Portrait of Cornelius Johnsen, English portrait artist 1593-1661
6338772 Portrait of Cornelius Johnsen, English portrait artist 1593-1661 by Chambars, Thomas (c.1724-89); (add.info.: Portrait of Cornelius Johnsen, English portrait artist 1593-1661)

Portrait of a Gentleman, ca. 1635-1640. Creator: Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen
Portrait of a Gentleman, ca. 1635-1640

Madame Tulp, 1660. Creator: Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen
Madame Tulp, 1660

Portrait Of Lucius 2nd Viscount Falkland (1610-43), 1640

Anna Maria van Schurman, 1657. Creator: Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen
Anna Maria van Schurman, 1657

Portrait of Edward Holte, 1636. Creator: Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen
Portrait of Edward Holte, 1636

Portrait of Elizabeth Holte (nee King), 1636. Creator: Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen
Portrait of Elizabeth Holte (nee King), 1636

Portrait of Grace Bradbourne, Wife of Thomas Holte, 1627-1700

Portrait of a Woman, 1648. Creator: Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen
Portrait of a Woman, 1648

Portrait of a Man, 1648. Creator: Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen
Portrait of a Man, 1648

Henry Somerset, First Marquis of Worcester, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: H Robinson
Henry Somerset, First Marquis of Worcester, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of Henry Somerset, 1st Marquess of Worcester (1577-1646)

George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham, 1620s, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: John Cochran
George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham, 1620s, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham (1592-1628), the favourite, and some claim

King William III, 1657 (c1927). Artist: Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen
King William III, 1657 (c1927). King William III (1650-1702) reigned over the United Provinces of the Netherlands from 1689 to 1702. The painting is held by the National Portrait Gallery, London

John Fletcher, 17th century. Artist: Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen
John Fletcher, 17th century. From The Connoisseur Volume XCII, edited by F. Gordon Roe. [The Connoisseur Ltd, London, 1933]

Drawings Prints, Print, John Milton Boy, Author, Sitter, Artist, Subject, Illustrates book
Drawings and Prints, Print, John Milton as a Boy, Author, Sitter, Artist, Subject, Illustrates book by, After, Associated with, John Toland, John Milton, Cornelius Johnson

Portrait of a Woman, traditionally identified as the Countess of Arundel A Lady Called the Countess of Arundel Inscribed in artists hand in yellow paint

Sir Alexander Temple Inscribed in ocher paint, upper right: Actatis Suac, 37"
Sir Alexander Temple Inscribed in ocher paint, upper right: " Actatis Suac, 37" ; in ocher paint, lower left: " LD

William III, Prince of Orange, as a child William III of Orange, Aged 7 Signed and dated in black paint, lower right: " Cornelius Jonson. | Van Ceulen | fecit

Portrait of a Man, probably Sir Francis Godolphin Sir Francis Godolphin Signed and dated, lower left: " CJ Fecit | 1633", Cornelius Johnson, 1593-1661, British

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Cornelius Johnson, a renowned English portrait artist of the 17th century, captured the essence and beauty of his subjects through his masterful brushstrokes. With each stroke, he brought to life their personalities and stories, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire. In his famous painting "Portrait of Cornelius Johnsen, " we catch a glimpse of the artist himself. The intensity in his eyes reflects his passion for art and dedication to capturing the human form with precision and grace. One cannot help but be captivated by Johnson's "Portrait of a Gentleman. " Painted between 1635-1640, this masterpiece showcases Johnson's ability to convey both strength and vulnerability in one image. The subject's dignified pose hints at an intriguing story waiting to be discovered. In "Madame Tulp, " created in 1660, Johnson portrays a woman exuding elegance and sophistication. Her refined features are delicately rendered, revealing her inner strength alongside her external beauty. Johnson also immortalized notable figures such as Lucius Falkland, Anna Maria van Schurman, Edward Holte, Elizabeth Holte (nee King), Grace Bradbourne – all distinguished individuals who left their mark on history. Through these portraits, we gain insight into their lives and accomplishments. The depth of emotion displayed in Johnson's work is evident in pieces like "Portrait of a Woman" and "Portrait of a Man. " These paintings evoke curiosity about the identities hidden behind those enigmatic gazes—stories waiting patiently to be unraveled. While some works attributed to him may have been misattributed over time - like Henry Somerset or George Villiers' portraits - it is undeniable that Cornelius Johnson was an influential figure within the art world during his era. Cornelius Johnson’s artistic talent transcends time; even today, we can appreciate the skill with which he captured humanity on canvas. His legacy endures through these captivating portraits, allowing us to glimpse into the lives of those who lived centuries ago.