Neck Ruff Collection (#6)

Portrait of Maria Petitpas (?-1640), 1637. Creator: Workshop of Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt
Portrait of Maria Petitpas (?-1640), 1637

Portrait of Margriet Benningh (1565-1641), c.1629-c.1640. Creator: Nicolaes Eliasz Pickenoy (attributed to)
Portrait of Margriet Benningh (1565-1641), c.1629-c.1640. Other Title(s): Portrait of a Woman, possibly Margriet Benningh (1565-1641), Second Wife of Pieter Dircksz Hasselaer

Portrait of a Woman, 1603. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, 1603

Portrait of Jacobus Rolandus (1562-1632), in or after 1632. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Jacobus Rolandus (1562-1632), in or after 1632. Other Title(s): Portrait of Jacobus Rolandus (1562-1632), Counter-Remonstrant Minister in Amsterdam. Copy after Cornelis van der Voort

Steven van Dalen (gest 1586), c.1580-1649. Creator: Unknown
Steven van Dalen (gest 1586), c.1580-1649. Other Title(s): Steven van Dalen (gest 1586)

Portrait of Anna Boudaen Courten (1599-1622), 1619. Creator: Salomon Mesdach
Portrait of Anna Boudaen Courten (1599-1622), 1619

Lucretia del Prado, Wife of Jeremias Boudinois, 1610. Creator: Gortzius Geldorp
Lucretia del Prado, Wife of Jeremias Boudinois, 1610

Jeremias Boudinois, 1610. Creator: Gortzius Geldorp
Jeremias Boudinois, 1610

Jean Fourmenois, 1590. Creator: Gortzius Geldorp
Jean Fourmenois, 1590

Portrait of Hortensia del Prado (?-1627), c.1625. Creator: Salomon Mesdach
Portrait of Hortensia del Prado (?-1627), c.1625

Portrait of Volckera Claesdr Knobbert (1554-1634), 1617. Creator: Workshop of Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt
Portrait of Volckera Claesdr Knobbert (1554-1634), 1617

Portrait of Paulus Cornelisz van Beresteyn (1548-1625), in or after 1617. Creator
Portrait of Paulus Cornelisz van Beresteyn (1548-1625), in or after 1617

Portrait of Antoinette Walleran (1598-?), 1618. Creator: Jacob Lambrechtsz. Loncke
Portrait of Antoinette Walleran (1598-?), 1618

Portrait of Philippe le Mire (1596-?), 1618. Creator: Jacob Lambrechtsz. Loncke
Portrait of Philippe le Mire (1596-?), 1618

Portrait of Margarita Cassier, 1616. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Margarita Cassier, 1616. Other Title(s): Portrait of Margarita Cassier

Aernout van Citters (1561-1634), Lord of Gapinge, 1700-1753. Creator: Philip Van Dijk
Aernout van Citters (1561-1634), Lord of Gapinge, 1700-1753

Cornelis van Ceters (1503-99), 1700-1753. Creator: Philip Van Dijk
Cornelis van Ceters (1503-99), 1700-1753

The Painter in his Studio Painting the Portrait of a Married Couple, 1612. Creator: Herman von Vollenhove
The Painter in his Studio Painting the Portrait of a Married Couple, 1612

Portrait of a Man, possibly Joris van Cats (c.1590-1654), c.1621. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Man, possibly Joris van Cats (c.1590-1654), c.1621

Portrait of a woman, 1633. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a woman, 1633

Portrait of Eberhardt Hanekrodt (?-1637), c.1610-c.1620. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Eberhardt Hanekrodt (?-1637), c.1610-c.1620

Portrait of a man, 1633. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a man, 1633. Other Title(s): Portrait of a man

Kitchen Scene with the Parable of the Rich Man and Poor Lazarus, 1610-1620. Creator: Pieter Cornelisz. van Rijck
Kitchen Scene with the Parable of the Rich Man and Poor Lazarus, 1610-1620. (Lazarus is sitting on the floor near the door). Attributed to Pieter Cornelisz. van Rijck

Interior with a Company, c.1622-c.1624. Creator: Bartholomeus van Bassen
Interior with a Company, c.1622-c.1624

Portrait of Maria van Utrecht (c.1552/53-1629), 1615. Creator: Paulus Moreelse
Portrait of Maria van Utrecht (c.1552/53-1629), 1615

Portrait of Jacob Cats (1577-1660), 1634. Creator: Michiel van Mierevelt
Portrait of Jacob Cats (1577-1660), 1634. Other Title(s): Portrait of Jacob Cats (1577-1660), Pensionary of Dordrecht and Poet

Portrait of Johan van Oldenbarnevelt, in or after c.1616. Creator: Workshop of Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt
Portrait of Johan van Oldenbarnevelt, in or after c.1616. Other Title(s): Portrait of Johan van Oldenbarnevelt (1547-1619)

Portrait of Willem I (1533-84), Prince of Orange, called William the Silent, c.1632. Workshop of Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt

Portrait of Johanna le Maire (c.1601-60), c.1622-c.1629. Creator: Nicolaes Eliasz Pickenoy
Portrait of Johanna le Maire (c.1601-60), c.1622-c.1629

Portrait of Johan Gerritsz van Schoterbosch (c.1564-1654), 1620. Creator: Jan Verspronck
Portrait of Johan Gerritsz van Schoterbosch (c.1564-1654), 1620. Attributed to Cornelis Engelsz

Portrait of an Old Man, 1638. Creator: Samuel Hoffmann
Portrait of an Old Man, 1638

Portrait of Hendrick de Keyser (1565-1621), c.1575-c.1613. Creator: Cornelius Ketel
Portrait of Hendrick de Keyser (1565-1621), c.1575-c.1613. Other Title(s): Portrait of Paulus van Vianen (1550-1613)

Family Group with a Black Man, c.1631-c.1650. Creator: Willem Cornelisz Duyster
Family Group with a Black Man, c.1631-c.1650. Other Title(s): Family Group with a Black ManFamily portrait, possibly the family of Joos Banckert (1599-1647)

Portrait of a Couple and Four Children, c.1620-c.1625. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Couple and Four Children, c.1620-c.1625

Self-Portrait, 1629. Creator: Wybrand Simonsz. de Geest the Elder
Self-Portrait, 1629

Portrait of Andries Bicker, 1642. Creator: Bartholomeus van der Helst
Portrait of Andries Bicker, 1642. Other Title(s): Andries Bicker (1586-1652), Trader with Russia and Burgomaster of Amsterdam

Maria Pietersdr de Leest (d. 1652), Wife of Samuel van Lansbergen, 1646. Creator: Bartholomeus van der Helst
Maria Pietersdr de Leest (d. 1652), Wife of Samuel van Lansbergen, 1646

Samuel van Lansbergen (d. 1669), Remonstrant Minister in Rotterdam, 1646. Creator: Bartholomeus van der Helst
Samuel van Lansbergen (d. 1669), Remonstrant Minister in Rotterdam, 1646

Portrait of Gerrit Ottsz Hinlopen (1603/04-1646), 1631. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Gerrit Ottsz Hinlopen (1603/04-1646), 1631

Portrait of Dirck Hasselaer (1581-1645), 1614. Creator: Cornelis Pietersz. van der Voort
Portrait of Dirck Hasselaer (1581-1645), 1614

James I, (c1911). Creator: Unknown
James I, (c1911). King James I of England, James VI of Scotland. From a painting by Paul Van Somer. In the National Portrait Gallery'

Elizabeth, (c1911). Creator: Unknown
Elizabeth, (c1911). Queen Elizabeth I of England. The motto: Non sine sole iris (no rainbow without sun) refers to Elizabeth as the bringer of peace

Portrait of a Dutch Lady, after Bartholomew Van Der Helst, 1891. Creator: Bartholomeus van der Helst
Portrait of a Dutch Lady, after Bartholomew Van Der Helst, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Portrait of a Lady, 1635. Creators: Nicolaes Eliasz Pickenoy, Michiel van Mierevelt
Portrait of a Lady, 1635

Portrait of a Lady, 1621. Creators: Nicolaes Eliasz Pickenoy, Michiel van Mierevelt
Portrait of a Lady, 1621

Portrait of a Man, 1635. Creator: Nicolaes Eliasz Pickenoy
Portrait of a Man, 1635

Portrait of a Gentleman, 1621. Creators: Nicolaes Eliasz Pickenoy, Michiel van Mierevelt
Portrait of a Gentleman, 1621

Rubens sonner, 1784-1827. Creator: Hans Hansen
Rubens sonner, 1784-1827

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"Exploring the Elegance of Neck Ruffs: A Fashion Statement Across Centuries" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the intricate world of neck ruffs, a fashion accessory that transcended eras. From Frans Hals' iconic painting "The Laughing Cavalier" to Nicolaes Eliasz Pickenoy's captivating "Portrait of a Woman, " these masterpieces showcase the allure and grandeur of this unique garment. In 1624, Frans Hals captured the essence of sophistication with his portrayal of an unknown cavalier donning an elaborate neck ruff. The delicate folds and exquisite lacework add a touch of opulence to his already striking presence. Moving forward to c1600, Paulus van Somer immortalized Mary Sidney, Countess of Pembroke, wearing a regal neck ruff that exudes power and grace. This portrait is a testament to how neck ruffs became synonymous with nobility during this era. Fast forward once again to c1560-1570 when turned-down ruffs gained popularity as seen in the portrait of Sir Edwin Sandys by an unknown artist from 1937. The subtle elegance emanating from his attire showcases how even slight variations in style could make a significant impact on fashion trends. Queen Elizabeth Dancing with the Earl of Leicester in 1581 provides us with another glimpse into this fascinating trend. The queen herself flaunts an extravagant collar-like ruff that accentuates her royal stature while gracefully gliding across the dance floor. Sir Martin Frobisher's late 16th-century portrait by Cornelius Ketel highlights yet another variation – a more restrained version known as standing collars or cartwheel ruffs. These understated yet refined designs were favored by men seeking both comfort and style. Ellen Maurice's enchanting image painted by Marcus Gheeraerts captures her beauty enhanced by an intricately pleated neck ruff.