Jan Mijtens Collection

Jean De Geer, 1632 - 1696. Creator: Jan Mytens
Jean De Geer, 1632 - 1696, Unknown date

Portrait of Jacoba van Orliens, Wife of Jacob de Witte of Haamstede, 1660. Creator: Jan Mytens
Portrait of Jacoba van Orliens, Wife of Jacob de Witte of Haamstede, 1660

Family Portrait with St. John the Baptist, 1639. Creator: Jan Mytens
Family Portrait with St. John the Baptist, 1639

Family Portrait, 1655. Creator: Jan Mytens
Family Portrait, 1655

Double portrait of a young couple as Granida and Daiphilo, c.1640-c.1670. Creator: Jan Mytens
Double portrait of a young couple as Granida and Daiphilo, c.1640-c.1670

Govert van Slingelandt (1623-90), lord of Dubbeldam. With his first wife Christina van Beveren and t Creator
Govert van Slingelandt (1623-90), lord of Dubbeldam. With his first wife Christina van Beveren and their two sons, 1657

Maria de Witte Françoisdr (b 1616). Wife of Johan van Beaumont, 1661. Creator: Jan Mytens
Maria de Witte Francoisdr (b 1616). Wife of Johan van Beaumont, 1661. Other Title(s): Maria de Witte Francoisdr (b 1616). Wife of Johan van Beaumont

Johan van Beaumont. Colonel in the Holland guards and commander of Den Briel, 1661. Creator: Jan Mytens
Johan van Beaumont. Colonel in the Holland guards and commander of Den Briel, 1661

Portrait of Jacob de Witte, Lord of Haamstede, 1660. Creator: Jan Mytens
Portrait of Jacob de Witte, Lord of Haamstede, 1660

Margaretha van Raephorst (d 1690). Wife of Cornelis Tromp, 1668. Creator: Jan Mytens
Margaretha van Raephorst (d 1690). Wife of Cornelis Tromp, 1668

Cornelis Tromp (1629-91). Lieutenant-Admiral General, 1668. Creator: Jan Mytens
Cornelis Tromp (1629-91). Lieutenant-Admiral General, 1668

An Officer, 1640-1670. Creator: Jan Mytens
An Officer, 1640-1670. Attributed to Jan Mijtens

Portrait of a Man, c. 1660 / 65. Creator: Jan Mytens
Portrait of a Man, c. 1660/65

Johan van Beaumont Colonel Holland guards commander
Johan van Beaumont. Colonel in the Holland guards and commander of Den Briel, Portrait of Johan van Beaumont, Colonel of the Dutch Guards and commander of Den Briel

Cornelis Tromp 1629-91 Lieutenant Admiral General
Cornelis Tromp (1629-91). Lieutenant Admiral General, Portrait of Cornelis Tromp, Lieutenant Admiral General. Knee, standing in front of rocks

Double portrait young couple Granida Daiphilo
Double portrait of a young couple like Granida and Daiphilo, Double portrait of a young couple like Granida and Daifilo in an Italian landscape

Portrait of Wolfert van Brederode. Theodor Matham, 1649 - 1676, print maker: Theodor Matham, Jan Mijtens, 1649 - 1676

Maria de Witte Francoisdr, b 1616, Wife of Johan van Beaumont, Jan Mijtens, 1661

Cornelis Tromp (1629-91). Lieutenant-admiral general, Jan Mijtens, 1668

Portrait of Jacob de Witte, Lord of Haamstede, Jan Mijtens, 1660

Portrait of Jacobus Lansbergen, Theodor Matham, Jan Mijtens, 1657 - 1676

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Jan Mijtens, a renowned Dutch portrait painter of the 17th century, captured the essence and beauty of his subjects with remarkable skill. In his masterpiece "Portrait of a Man, " created around 1660/65, Mijtens showcases his ability to bring out the individuality and character of the sitter. The details in this painting are exquisite, from the intricate folds of clothing to the subtle play of light on the subject's face. Mijtens' talent for portraiture is further evident in his depiction of notable figures such as Johan van Beaumont, Colonel in the Holland guards and commander of Den Briel. In another work titled "Cornelis Tromp (1629-91), Lieutenant-admiral general, " he captures Tromp's commanding presence and strength as a military leader. However, Mijtens was not limited to portraying only men or military personnel. He also excelled at capturing tender moments between couples, as seen in "Double portrait young couple Granida Daiphilo. " This painting exudes an air of romance and intimacy that is truly captivating. Another noteworthy piece by Jan Mijtens is "Portrait of Wolfert van Brederode" where he masterfully portrays Van Brederode's noble stature and refined demeanor. Similarly, in "Portrait of Jacob de Witte" and "Jacoba van Orliens, " Mijtens captures their elegance and grace with great attention to detail. One cannot overlook Mijten's portrayal of Maria de Witte Francoisdr. , wife Johan van Beaumont. Painted in 1661, this artwork radiates her inner strength while showcasing her beauty. Throughout his career spanning from approximately 1640 to 1670, Jan Mijtens left an indelible mark on art history through his exceptional talent for portraiture. His works continue to captivate viewers even today with their timeless beauty and remarkable attention to detail.