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Portrait of Roelof Meulenaer, 1650. Creator: Ferdinand Bol
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Portrait of Roelof Meulenaer, 1650. Creator: Ferdinand Bol
Portrait of Roelof Meulenaer, 1650. Other Title(s): Roelof Meulenaer (1618/19-1691). Amsterdam Mercantile Courier or Postmaster on the Antwerp Route
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This striking portrait, titled "Roelof Meulenaer" and painted by Ferdinand Bol in 1650, captures the enigmatic presence of the Amsterdam mercantile courier or postmaster on the Antwerp route. Meulenaer, born around 1618 or 1619, stands confidently before us, dressed in the fashionable attire of the Dutch Golden Age. He wears a black, high-collared doublet, a voluminous, fur-trimmed cape, and a tall, conical hat, all typical of the Baroque era. With a hand casually resting on his hip, Meulenaer gazes off to the side, his expression betraying a hint of introspection or perhaps a secret. The portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, offers a glimpse into the life of a man of importance during the 17th century in the Netherlands. Meulenaer's profession as a mercantile courier or postmaster would have required him to travel frequently between Amsterdam and Antwerp, making him a vital link in the commercial network of the Low Countries. The oil on canvas painting, with its rich colors and intricate details, is a testament to the artistic prowess of Ferdinand Bol, a prominent figure in the Dutch art scene during the Baroque era. This portrait not only showcases the fashion and clothing of the time but also offers a glimpse into the life and occupation of an important figure during the Dutch Golden Age.
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