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Matthijs Balen Jansz (1611-91), poet and chronicler of Dordrecht, 1732-1771. Creator: Jan Maurits Quinkhard
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Matthijs Balen Jansz (1611-91), poet and chronicler of Dordrecht, 1732-1771. Creator: Jan Maurits Quinkhard
Matthijs Balen Jansz (1611-91), poet and chronicler of Dordrecht, 1732-1771
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Frame Gilded Gilding Gilt Historian Jan Maurits Quinkhard Jan Quinkhard Oil On Copper Quinkhard Jan Maurits Rococo Era Sepia Chronicler
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This stunning 18th century portrait captures Matthijs Balen Jansz (1611-91), a poet and chronicler from the Dutch city of Dordrecht. The painting, created by the skilled hand of Jan Maurits Quinkhard (1658-1748), showcases the intellectual and artistic flourishing of the Baroque and Rococo eras in the Netherlands. Balen Jansz is depicted in a thoughtful pose, gazing intently at an unseen text. His scholarly attire, complete with a quill pen and inkwell, signifies his dedication to literature and history. The gilded frame adds an air of grandeur and importance to the portrait, fitting for a man of such esteemed occupation. The use of oil on copper and sepia tones lends an authentic, aged quality to the image, further emphasizing the historical significance of the subject. Balen Jansz's legacy as a poet and chronicler of Dordrecht is an invaluable contribution to the cultural heritage of the Netherlands and Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries. Quinkhard expertly captures the essence of Balen Jansz's character and profession, making this portrait a must-see for anyone interested in the history of the Low Countries and the lives of its intellectual figures during the Baroque and Rococo eras.
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