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Portrait of Willem van Oldenbarneveldt, Lord of Stoutenburg, Cavalry Captain in Spanish... 1634. Creator: Unknown
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Portrait of Willem van Oldenbarneveldt, Lord of Stoutenburg, Cavalry Captain in Spanish... 1634. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Willem van Oldenbarneveldt, Lord of Stoutenburg, Cavalry Captain in Spanish and Dutch Service, 1634
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Captain Cavalry Conspiracy Conspirator Conspirators Frame Ginger Hair Hand On Hip Lord Lordship Mustache Neck Ruff Red Hair Ruff Oval Shaped Posture
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This 17th century portrait depicts Willem van Oldenbarneveldt, Lord of Stoutenburg, a prominent figure in the history of the Dutch and Spanish Netherlands. The painting, created around 1634, captures Oldenbarneveldt in his role as a Cavalry Captain in Spanish and Dutch service. The artist remains unknown, but the meticulous detail and masterful use of oil on panel suggest the work of a skilled painter. Oldenbarneveldt's ginger beard and red hair frame his stern, determined expression. His hand rests on his hip, conveying a sense of confidence and authority. He wears an elaborate neck ruff, a fashionable accessory of the time, and a richly colored, double-breasted coat. The intricate design of the coat, with its gold buttons and elaborate cuffs, speaks to Oldenbarneveldt's status as a nobleman and military leader. The portrait is oval-shaped, a common format for portraits of the era. Oldenbarneveldt's posture and the subtle curve of the frame draw the viewer's eye to his face, making for a compelling and engaging image. This painting is a testament to the rich and complex history of the Low Countries during the 17th century, a time of political intrigue, warfare, and cultural exchange. The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is the current home of this historic work of art, preserving it for future generations to appreciate and study.
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