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Abraham de Visscher (1605-67). Amsterdam merchant and director of the Dutch West India... 1650-1667 Creator: Jacob Adriaensz. Backer
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Abraham de Visscher (1605-67). Amsterdam merchant and director of the Dutch West India... 1650-1667 Creator: Jacob Adriaensz. Backer
Abraham de Visscher (1605-67). Amsterdam merchant and director of the Dutch West India Company, 1650-1667. Attributed to Jacob Adriaensz. Backer. (Formerly attributed to Abraham van den Tempel)
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Amsterdam Backer Backer Jacob Backer Jacob Adriaensz Bakker Jakob Adriaensz Director Dutch West India Company Jacob Adriaensz Jacob Adriaensz Backer Jakob Adriaensz Bakker Merchant Shipping Industry Tradesman Abraham Van Den Tempel Dutch Golden Age Golden Age
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This striking portrait captures Abraham de Visscher (1605-1667), an Amsterdam merchant and influential figure in the Dutch West India Company's leadership from 1650 to 1667. The painting, attributed to Jacob Adriaensz. Backer, showcases de Visscher in a grand, Baroque-style composition. Dressed in the finest attire of the Dutch Golden Age, de Visscher stands confidently before us, his gaze steady and resolute. The rich colors and intricate details of the oil on canvas painting evoke the prosperity and industry of the Netherlands during this era. De Visscher's role in the Dutch West India Company, a significant colonial power during the 17th century, is a testament to the Netherlands' dominance in the shipping industry and colonialism. The Dutch West India Company was instrumental in the exploration and exploitation of resources in the Americas, contributing to the global trade network that defined the era. The portrait's attribution to Jacob Adriaensz. Backer, a renowned Dutch painter of the period, further highlights the importance and prestige of de Visscher's position. Backer's mastery of the Baroque style is evident in the painting's dynamic use of light and shadow, as well as the intricate details of de Visscher's clothing and accessories. This portrait is a valuable historical artifact that offers insights into the lives of the powerful figures who shaped the Dutch colonial empire during the 17th century. It is a reminder of the complex and often contentious history of colonialism and the impact it had on the world.
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