Van Der Werff Collection

Tancreds servant presenting the heart of Guiscard in a golden cup to Guismond
5938208 Tancreds servant presenting the heart of Guiscard in a golden cup to Guismond, 1675 (oil on panel) by Werff, Adriaan van der (1659-1722); 43.5x36.2 (panel); 63.3x56 (frame)

William of Orange, c1878. Creator: Unknown
William of Orange, c1878. Portrait of William I, Prince of Orange (1533-1584), Stadtholder of the Netherlands. Known as William the Silent

Guillaume Premier Prince D Orange, (late 17th-early 18th century). Creator: Gerald Valck
Guillaume Premier Prince D Orange, (late 17th-early 18th century). Portrait of William I of Orange-Nassau, Stadtholder of the Netherlands

Marguerite, (late 17th-early 18th century). Creator: Gerald Valck
Marguerite, (late 17th-early 18th century). Portrait of Margaret Tudor (1489-1541), Queen consort of King James IV of Scotland and elder sister of King Henry VIII

Johannes Texelius Creator: Unknown
Johannes Texelius. Portrait of Dutch minister Johannes Texelius (1637-1726), professor of philosophy in Rotterdam, Holland

Thomas Fairfax, (early 18th century). Creator: Pierre Drevet
Thomas Fairfax, (early 18th century). Portrait of Sir Thomas Fairfax (1612-1671), politician, general, and Parliamentary commander-in-chief during the English Civil War

Henrietta Anne Stuart, wife of Philippe duc d Orleans, 17th century. Artist: Audran
Henrietta Anne Stuart, wife of Philippe duc d Orleans, 17th century. Portrait of Princess Henrietta Anne of England (1644-1670)

Mary of Modena, Queen Consort of King James II of Great Britain. Artist:s Audran
Mary of Modena, Queen Consort of King James II of Great Britain. Maria d Este (1658-1718) was the second wife of James II. They were married in 1673 when James was still Duke of York

Jane Seymour, Queen Consort of England and third wife of Henry VIII. Artist: Cornelis Vermeulen
Jane Seymour, Queen Consort of England and third wife of Henry VIII. Jane (1509-1537) was queen for less than two years. She died of puerperal fever

Sarah Presenting Hagar to Abraham, late 17th / early 18th century. Artist: Adriaen van der Werff
Sarah Presenting Hagar to Abraham, late 17th/early 18th century. From the Musee du Louvre, Paris, France

Portrait Bust of Peter Adriaansz. van der Werff, print maker: Hendrik Bary, Jan de Bisschop, 1657 - 1707

MAURICE PRINCE OF ORANGE (1567-1625). Prince of Orange, 1618-1625. Engraving, 1618, after a drawing by Adriaen Van der Werff

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"Van der Werff: A Glimpse into Historical Portraits" In this captivating collection of portraits, we delve into the world of van der Werff, a name that resonates with history and artistry. Tancreds servant presents the heart of Guiscard in a golden cup to Guismond, an intriguing scene frozen in time by an unknown artist around 1878. Amongst these masterpieces is William of Orange, portrayed in regal splendor during the late 17th or early 18th century by Gerald Valck. His noble presence exudes power and authority, reflecting his significant role as Guillaume Premier Prince D Orange. Marguerite, also captured by Valck during the same period, emanates grace and elegance. Her portrait showcases her beauty and sophistication as she gazes thoughtfully at us from centuries past. Ieanne Gray's image painted by Cornelis Vermeulen in 1697 transports us to another era entirely. Her delicate features are accentuated with meticulous brushstrokes, capturing her essence as if she were still alive today. Johannes Texelius' enigmatic depiction created by an unknown artist leaves us wondering about his story. The absence of details only adds to his mystique as we contemplate who he might have been and what secrets lie behind those piercing eyes. Thomas Fairfax's portrait crafted by Pierre Drevet in the early 18th century portrays him with a sense of wisdom and experience etched onto his face. It serves as a testament to his notable contributions during that era. Henrietta Anne Stuart's likeness immortalized by Audran reveals her status as wife to Philippe duc d Orleans during the vibrant 17th century. Her poise and confidence shine through every stroke on canvas. Elizabeth I reigns supreme in Cornelis Vermeulen's portrayal; her majestic aura commands attention even after all these years. As Queen of England and Ireland, her image symbolizes power and resilience.