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Jan Verkolje Collection

Jan Verkolje was a Dutch painter and engraver known for his exquisite portraits and genre scenes

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: William III, when Prince of Orange, 1651. Creator: Jan Verkolje

William III, when Prince of Orange, 1651. Creator: Jan Verkolje
William III, when Prince of Orange, 1651

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Portrait of Margaretha Verkolje, Wife of Reinier Couturier, 1682. Creator: Jan Verkolje

Portrait of Margaretha Verkolje, Wife of Reinier Couturier, 1682. Creator: Jan Verkolje
Portrait of Margaretha Verkolje, Wife of Reinier Couturier, 1682

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Portrait of a Man, perhaps a Self Portrait, 1670-1693. Creator: Jan Verkolje

Portrait of a Man, perhaps a Self Portrait, 1670-1693. Creator: Jan Verkolje
Portrait of a Man, perhaps a Self Portrait, 1670-1693

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Portrait of a Woman, 1691. Creator: Jan Verkolje

Portrait of a Woman, 1691. Creator: Jan Verkolje
Portrait of a Woman, 1691

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Portrait of a Man, 1685. Creator: Jan Verkolje

Portrait of a Man, 1685. Creator: Jan Verkolje
Portrait of a Man, 1685

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Company Making Music. Creator: Jan Verkolje

Company Making Music. Creator: Jan Verkolje
Company Making Music, unknown date

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: A Musical Company, 1673. Creator: Jan Verkolje

A Musical Company, 1673. Creator: Jan Verkolje
A Musical Company, 1673

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Portrait of Anthonie van Leeuwenhoek, Natural Philosopher and Zoologist in Delft, 1680-1686

Portrait of Anthonie van Leeuwenhoek, Natural Philosopher and Zoologist in Delft, 1680-1686. Creator: Jan Verkolje
Portrait of Anthonie van Leeuwenhoek, Natural Philosopher and Zoologist in Delft, 1680-1686

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Madam Parson, 1683. Creator: Jan Verkolje

Madam Parson, 1683. Creator: Jan Verkolje
Madam Parson, 1683

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: The Duchess of Grafton, 1683. Creator: Jan Verkolje

The Duchess of Grafton, 1683. Creator: Jan Verkolje
The Duchess of Grafton, 1683

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: A Spaniel Jumping, 1680. Creator: Jan Verkolje

A Spaniel Jumping, 1680. Creator: Jan Verkolje
A Spaniel Jumping, 1680

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Steffan Wolters, 1684. Creator: Jan Verkolje

Steffan Wolters, 1684. Creator: Jan Verkolje
Steffan Wolters, 1684

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Herse Preparing to Receive Mercury, 1665-1693. Creator: Jan Verkolje

Herse Preparing to Receive Mercury, 1665-1693. Creator: Jan Verkolje
Herse Preparing to Receive Mercury, 1665-1693. Earlier ascribed to Nicolaas Verkolje (1673-1746)

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Queen Mary II, 1662 - 1694. Queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland and wife of William III

Queen Mary II, 1662 - 1694. Queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland and wife of William III. After a late 18th century work by Jan Verkolje

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Portrait Anthonie van Leeuwenhoek Natural Philosopher

Portrait Anthonie van Leeuwenhoek Natural Philosopher
Portrait of Anthonie van Leeuwenhoek, Natural Philosopher and Zoologist in Delft, Portrait of Anthonie van Leeuwenhoek (1632-1723), physicist in Delft

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: A Musical Company Music company Interior two ladies

A Musical Company Music company Interior two ladies
A Musical Company, Music company. Interior with two ladies and gentlemen who make music around a table. One woman plays the cello while the other three sing from songbooks

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Portrait Man Knee standing pointing left hand

Portrait Man Knee standing pointing left hand
Portrait of a Man, Portrait of a Man. Knee, standing, pointing with the left hand to a servant with a horse in the garden

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Portrait Woman Knee piece sitting balustrade

Portrait Woman Knee piece sitting balustrade
Portrait of a Woman, Portrait of a Woman. Knee piece sitting by a balustrade with a dog. Jan Verkolje (I), 1691, copper (metal), oil paint (paint), h 58 cm × w 50 cm d 7.5 cm

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Portrait Johannes Goethals court preacher Prince Frederik Hendrik

Portrait Johannes Goethals court preacher Prince Frederik Hendrik
Portrait of Johannes Goethals, Johannes Goethals, court preacher of Prince Frederik Hendrik, aged 60. Jan Verkolje (I), Delft, 1670, paper, h 151 mm × w 122 mm

Background imageJan Verkolje Collection: Portrait of Anthonie van Leeuwenhoek, Natural Philosopher and Zoologist in Delft

Portrait of Anthonie van Leeuwenhoek, Natural Philosopher and Zoologist in Delft, The Netherlands, Jan Verkolje, I, 1670 - 1693



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Jan Verkolje was a Dutch painter and engraver known for his exquisite portraits and genre scenes. Born in Delft in 1650, Verkolje's work is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail and masterful use of light and shadow. His paintings often depict elegant figures engaged in everyday activities, capturing moments of intimacy and emotion with remarkable precision. Verkolje's talent as a portraitist earned him commissions from the nobility and wealthy elite of his time, allowing him to establish himself as one of the leading artists of the Dutch Golden Age. His ability to capture the essence of his subjects with sensitivity and grace set him apart from his contemporaries, making his work highly sought after even today. Despite achieving great success during his lifetime, Jan Verkolje's legacy has been somewhat overshadowed by other more well-known Dutch masters. However, art historians continue to recognize his contributions to the art world, praising his technical skill and artistic vision. Today, Jan Verkolje's paintings can be found in museums around the world, where they continue to inspire admiration for their beauty and craftsmanship. His timeless works serve as a testament to the enduring power of art to transcend time and connect us with our shared humanity.