Ruff Collection (#4)

Portrait of the artist's wife Sofia Dorotea Sandberg née Kökeritz, c1820. Creator: Johan Gustaf Sandberg
Portrait of the artist's wife Sofia Dorotea Sandberg nee Kokeritz, c1820

Portrait of a 22-Year-Old Woman, 1622. Creators: Cornelis van de Voort, Pieter Miereveld
Portrait of a 22-Year-Old Woman, 1622

Isabella of Bourbon. First Queen of King Philip IV, 1614-1660. Creator: Diego Velasquez
Isabella of Bourbon. First Queen of King Philip IV, 1614-1660

"How Well We Go Together", 1604-1662. Creator: Adriaen van de Venne
"How Well We Go Together", 1604-1662

Portrait of a Man, 1592-1640. Creator: Peter Paul Rubens
Portrait of a Man, 1592-1640

Portrait of the Nuremberg Goldsmith Hans Lencker (1523-1585) and his 9-year old son Elisius the Younger, 1570

Lucy Russell, Countess of Bedford (née Harington) (158001627), 1610s. Creator: William Larkin
Lucy Russell, Countess of Bedford (nee Harington) (1580-1627), 1610s

Karl van Cracow, Dutch Minister in Elsinore, 1632. Creator: Jan Anthonisz van Ravesteyn
Karl van Cracow, Dutch Minister in Elsinore, 1632

Isabella Klara Eugenia, 1566-1633, married to Archduke Albrecht of Austria. Creator: Frans Pourbus the Younger
Isabella Klara Eugenia, 1566-1633, married to Archduke Albrecht of Austria, Unknown date

Hugo Birger, the Artist, as a Mercenary, 1879. Creator: Ernst Josephson
Hugo Birger, the Artist, as a Mercenary, 1879

Portrait of a Young Man, possibly G. Pesaro, c17th century. Creator: Domenico Tintoretto
Portrait of a Young Man, possibly G. Pesaro, c17th century

"A Merry Christmas!", 1860. Creator: Godwin. "A Merry Christmas!", 1860. Creator: Godwin
"A Merry Christmas!", 1860. From "Illustrated London News", 1860

Jan van Goyen, His Wife and Child, 1771. Creator: John Wright
Jan van Goyen, His Wife and Child, 1771

AI IMAGE - Portrait of William Shakespeare, 1600s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of William Shakespeare, 1600s, (2023). English author, playwright and poet William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I in prayer, 16th century, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I in prayer, 16th century, (2023). Elizabeth I (1533-1603) was Queen of England and Ireland from 1558 until her death

AI IMAGE - A portrait of Queen Elizabeth I, 2023. Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - A portrait of Queen Elizabeth I, 2023. Elizabeth I (1533-1603) was Queen of England and Ireland from 1558 until her death, She was the last monarch of the House of Tudor

Portrait of a Lady, c17th century. Creator: Cornelis de Vos
Portrait of a Lady, c17th century

Book of Italian Costumes, c1588. Creator: Niclauss Kippell
Noblewoman of Mantua, c1588. Italian text: Una Nobil Donna Manto-vana. Illustration from a book of Italian costumes

Portrait of Rhys Griffiths, 1617. Creator: Isaac Oliver I
Portrait of Rhys Griffiths, 1617

Lady Anne Bacon, c1600. Creator: Isaac Oliver I
Lady Anne Bacon, c1600. English scholar and writer Anne, Lady Bacon (nee Cooke, c1527-1610) made a lasting contribution to English religious literature with her translation from Latin of John

William III, 1475-1511, Duke of Jülich and Berg, c1500s. Creator: Anon
William III, 1475-1511, Duke of Julich and Berg, c1500s

Ture Bielke of Åkerö, 1548-1600, 1590. Creator: Anon
Ture Bielke of...kero, 1548-1600, 1590

Portrait of a Young Woman with a Pink, 1560-1569. Creator: Bartholomaeus Bruyn the Younger
Portrait of a Young Woman with a Pink, 1560-1569. This young woman offers a pink (or dianthus, related to the carnation) to someone on her right, probably her betrothed

Portrait of a Gentleman, 1560-1569. Creator: Frans Floris
Portrait of a Gentleman, 1560-1569. The severe costume with its high, closed neck, starched ruff, and discretely ribbed sleeves

Portrait of a 28-Year-Old Man, Probably from the Snouck Family, 1603-1610. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a 28-Year-Old Man, Probably from the Snouck Family, 1603-1610. This gentleman wears the sober but elegant Spanish-inspired costume of the upper classes in the Southern Netherlands

Old Woman and Child Reading a Book, 1840s. Creator: Richard Caton Woodville
Old Woman and Child Reading a Book, 1840s. An old woman sits with her feet propped on a hassock, looking pensively into the distance. The young girl at her side reads from a large book

Sigismund, 1566-1632, King of Sweden King of Poland, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Sigismund, 1566-1632, King of Sweden King of Poland, c17th century

Portrait of Girolamo Mercuriale, 1588-1589. Creator: Lavinia Fontana
Portrait of Girolamo Mercuriale, 1588-1589. The Italian physician and scholar Girolamo Mercuriale (1530-1606) reads an edition of the pioneering work on human anatomy "On the Fabric of the Human

Henry IV, 1553-1610, King of France, c16th century. Creator: Anon
Henry IV, 1553-1610, King of France, c16th century

Portrait of a Noblewoman, 1617. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Noblewoman, 1617

Portrait of a Man, c17th century. Creator: Claude Vignon
Portrait of a Man, c17th century

Portrait of Cornelis Jacobsz. Delff, 1712-1795. Creator: Tako Hajo Jelgersma
Portrait of Cornelis Jacobsz. Delff, 1712-1795

Mauritz Sture, 1552-92, c16th century. Creator: Anon
Mauritz Sture, 1552-92, c16th century

Portrait of Michiel van Mierevelt, holding Jacob Willemsz. Delff painting, 1792. Creator: Aert Schouman
Portrait of Michiel van Mierevelt, holding Jacob Willemsz. Delff painting, 1792

AI Image - Portrait of Mary, Queen of Scots, 1560s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI Image - Portrait of Mary, Queen of Scots, 1560s, (2023). Mary Stuart (1542-1587) was Queen of Scotland from 14 December 1542 until her forced abdication in 1567

AI Image - Portrait of Mary, Queen of Scots, 1560s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI Image - Portrait of Mary, Queen of Scots, 1560s, (2023). Mary Stuart (1542-1587) was Queen of Scotland from 14 December 1542 until her forced abdication in 1567

Portrait of a Fool, c.1550. Creator: Verbeeck, Frans (c. 1510-1570)
Portrait of a Fool, c.1550. Private Collection

Portrait of Bartholomeus Spranger, 1597. Creator: Jan Muller
Portrait of Bartholomeus Spranger, 1597

Katarina Stenbock, 1535-1621, Queen of Sweden, c16th century. Creator: Anon
Katarina Stenbock, 1535-1621, Queen of Sweden, c16th century

Katarina Stenbock, 1535-1621, Queen of Sweden, c16th century. Creator: Anon
Katarina Stenbock, 1535-1621, Queen of Sweden, c16th century

Johan von Aachen, 1552-1615, c16th century. Creator: Anon
Johan von Aachen, 1552-1615, c16th century

Henry IV, 1553-1610, King of France, c16th century. Creator: Anon
Henry IV, 1553-1610, King of France, c16th century

Nils Svantesson Sture, 1543-1567, early 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Nils Svantesson Sture, 1543-1567, early 17th century

The Captain of the Infantry Marching to the Left, 1587. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
The Captain of the Infantry Marching to the Left, 1587

Henri IV (1553-1610), King of France, 1592. Creator: Jacob Bunel
Henri IV (1553-1610), King of France, 1592

Matthias, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire (1557-1619), 1600-1625. Creator: Circle of Hans von Aachen
Matthias, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire (1557-1619), 1600-1625

Hortensia del Prado (d 1627), 1599. Creator: Gortzius Geldorp
Hortensia del Prado (d 1627), 1599

Hortensia del Prado (d 1627), Wife of Jean Fourmenois, 1596. Creator: Gortzius Geldorp
Hortensia del Prado (d 1627), Wife of Jean Fourmenois, 1596

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"Ruff: A Glimpse into the Royal Era" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Queen Elizabeth I, as depicted by renowned artist George Gower. In his stunning portrait from 1588, we witness the regal elegance of Elizabeth I, Queen of England and Ireland. Her commanding presence is enhanced by her elaborate ruff collar, a symbol of power and prestige. As we explore further, our attention turns to a selection of fish – an intriguing hint at the culinary delights enjoyed during this era. The richness and variety on display mirror the opulence that surrounded the royal court. Moving on to another iconic figure, Mary, Queen of Scots graces us with her presence in a vibrant red costume. This portrayal captures her fiery spirit and unwavering determination amidst turbulent times. Nicholas Hilliard's masterpiece "Queen Elizabeth: The Ermine Portrait" transports us to 1585 when this enchanting painting was created. The delicate details showcase not only Elizabeth's beauty but also her affinity for fashion trends like ruffs adorned with pearls. William Tyndale/Whittock takes center stage next – an influential figure who played a pivotal role in translating the Bible into English during Elizabethan times. His contribution revolutionized religious practices while leaving an indelible mark on history. "Gingers Rule, " proclaims one portrait featuring none other than Queen Elizabeth I herself. Celebrating her distinctive red hair color, it serves as a reminder that uniqueness should be embraced and cherished. Frans Hals' masterpieces "The Laughing Cavalier" captivate us with their enigmatic charm across different eras - 1624 (1943) & (c1915). These paintings immortalize individuals whose laughter echoes through time, reminding us to find joy even amidst life's challenges. Elizabeth Talbot or Bess of Hardwick emerges as yet another remarkable personality from this period - a countess known for her formidable character and influential role in society.