Jan Van Somer Collection

Carondelet, n.d. Creator: Jan van Somer
Carondelet, n.d

Cheerful company tavern group soldiers enjoy themselves
Cheerful company, In a tavern a group of soldiers enjoy themselves with drinks, women and music. A little boy steals a money bag from a soldier. Another soldier pours himself wine

Satyr spying sleeping Venus Venus sleeping under
Satyr spying on the sleeping Venus, Venus is sleeping under a tree and is spied on by a satyr. Amor sits next to him, Venus and Cupid (Cupid not being mere attribute), Jupiter, disguised as a satyr

Pieta Mary weeping dead Christ lying lap addition
Pieta, Mary weeping over the dead Christ lying on her lap. In addition to her two grieving angels, the dead Christ in Marys lap, Jan van Somer, Amsterdam, 1676, paper, h 213 mm × w 261 mm

Music company Around table company nine people music
Music company, Around a table a company of nine people music. They sing, play the violin and the lute. On the table booklets with sheet music. Jan van Somer, 1655 - 1700, paper, h 331 mm × w 395 mm

Portrait Karel Lodewijk Palatinate Elector Pals
Portrait of Karel Lodewijk of the Palatinate, Karel Lodewijk, Elector of the Pals. He is wearing a harness and a flat collar. At the bottom of the margin are family crest, name and titles

Drummer Musicians series title drummer owl shoulder
Drummer Musicians (series title), A drummer with an owl on his shoulder. Next to him a man with a broom. Jan van Somer (mentioned on object), 1655 - 1700, paper, h 122 mm × w 123 mm

Portrait Alexander Morus theologian poet Alexander Morus
Portrait of Alexander Morus, The theologian and poet Alexander Morus. In the margin the name of the person portrayed. Alexander Morus, Jan van Somer (mentioned on object), 1655 - 1700, paper

A soldier woman soldier having conversation holding
A soldier and a woman, A soldier is having a conversation with a woman while holding a cup together. The woman has a can in her hand

Violin player Musicians series title man plays
Violin player Musicians (series title), A man plays the violin at a table while two other figures smiling listening. one person playing string instrument (bowed), tobacco

Bust bearded man left Jan van Somer mentioned
Bust of a bearded man, to the left, Jan van Somer (mentioned on object), 1655 - 1700, paper, h 125 mm × w 121 mm

Two singers table Musicians series title Two men sing leaf-to-table
Two singers at a table Musicians (series title), Two men sing leaf-to-table while enjoying a glass of drink and a pipe. Jan van Somer (mentioned on object), 1673 - 1724, paper, h 122 mm × w 123 mm

Portrait Marie Louise OrlA ans queen Spain thanks
Portrait of Marie Louise of Orle ans, Marie Louise of Orle ans, queen of Spain thanks to her marriage to King Charles II of Spain. She wears pearls around her neck and I her ears

Portrait Anna van Bedford Anna Countess Bedford
Portrait of Anna van Bedford, Anna, Countess of Bedford, with a glove in hand. Pearl, pearl necklace (womens clothes), Anna Countess of Bedford, Jan van Somer, 1655 - 1700, paper

Dentist, Anonymous, Jan van Somer, Jan Both, 1665 - 1706

Portrait of Louis, Dauphin of France, Jan van Somer, 1655 - 1700

Portrait of Charles II, King of England, Jan van Somer, 1655 - 1700

A woman delouse a man, Jan van Somer, Willem Basse, 1655-1700

Couple making music, Jan van Somer, 1655 - 1700

Feeding a Crowd, Jan van Somer, 1655 - 1700

Peter heals a crippled person before the temple, Jan van Somer, 1655-1700

People making music around a table, Jan van Somer, 1655 - 1700

Wine tasting, Jan van Somer, 1655 - 1700

Bust of a man with beard, Jan van Somer, 1655 - 1700

Portrait of a man, Jan van Somer, 1655-1700

Companions around a table, Jan van Somer, Gerard Pietersz. van Zijl, 1655 - 1700

Dentist, print maker: Jan van Somer, Jan Both, 1655 - 1700

Drinking lady, Jan van Somer, Gerard ter Borch (II), 1676

Boy offering a basket of flowers, print maker: Jan van Somer

Portrait of Maria Theresa, Queen of France, Jan van Somer, 1655-1700

Rommelpotspeler, friction drum player, with a cat, Jan van Somer, Adriaen Brouwer, 1655 - 1700

Violin Player and flutist, Jan van Somer, Adriaen Brouwer, 1655 - 1700

Lyre Player, Jan van Somer, Adriaen Brouwer, 1655 - 1700

Drinking Men, Jan van Somer, 1676

Suicide of Lucretia, Jan van Somer, Rafael, Marcantonio Raimondi, 1655 - 1700

Suicide of Lucretia, Jan van Somer, Marcantonio Raimondi, 1655-1700

Two figures and a wine barrel, Jan van Somer, Jo. Lloyd, 1655 - 1700

Portrait of Daniel Sachse, Jan van Somer, 1674

Music making people around a table, Jan van Somer, 1655 - 1700

Dormant Diana, possibly Jan van Somer, 1659 - 1740

Portrait of Ferry Carondelet, Jan van Somer, Sebastiano del Piombo, 1676

Man and a woman at the table, Anonymous, Jan van Somer, 1665-1750

Portrait of Frederick Spanheim II, Jan van Somer, Robertus Keuchenius, 1670

Violin Player in an inn, Wallerant Vaillant Jan van Somer, 1655 - 1700

Two Satyrs near a sleeping nymph, print maker: Jan van Somer

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"Jan van Somer: A Master of Capturing Joy and Beauty in Art" In his vibrant paintings, Jan van Somer effortlessly brings to life scenes filled with cheerful company. Whether it be a lively tavern group or soldiers enjoying themselves, he captures the essence of camaraderie and merriment. One of his notable works depicts a satyr spying on the sleeping Venus, while another portrays Venus peacefully slumbering under the watchful eyes of her admirers. Van Somer's ability to portray both sensuality and innocence is truly remarkable. In addition to these enchanting scenes, he also created a poignant Pieta where Mary weeps over the dead Christ lying in her lap. The emotion conveyed in this piece is palpable, showcasing Van Somer's skill at capturing human suffering and grief. Music was another recurring theme in Van Somer's art. In one painting, a company of nine people gather around a table, joyfully making music together. Another portrait showcases Karel Lodewijk Palatinate Elector Pals surrounded by musicians, with a drummer prominently displayed on his shoulder like an owl. Van Somer also painted portraits of notable figures such as Alexander Morus, a theologian and poet known for his intellect and creativity. His attention to detail shines through in every stroke. The artist did not shy away from depicting women as strong characters either; one painting shows a soldier woman engaged in conversation while holding her weapon confidently. Musicians were often featured in Van Somer's series titles - whether it be violin players or singers gathered around tables - their passion for music is evident. Amongst all these diverse subjects lies Jan van Somer himself - depicted as a bearded man on the left side of some busts. These self-portraits serve as reminders that behind every masterpiece stands an artist who poured their heart into their work. Lastly, we cannot forget Marie Louise Orléans Queen Spain, who expressed her gratitude to Van Somer through a portrait.