Who painted Portrait of Sir William Killigrew?

Portrait of Sir William Killigrew was painted by Anthony van Dyck in 1638.

Where can I see Portrait of Sir William Killigrew?

Portrait of Sir William Killigrew is held by Tate Britain.

What movement is Portrait of Sir William Killigrew?

Portrait of Sir William Killigrew is associated with Flemish Baroque painting.

Artwork

Portrait of Sir William Killigrew

Anthony van Dyck , 1638

Portrait of Sir William Killigrew is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Anthony van Dyck. It dates from 1638 and is held in the collection of the Tate Britain.

About this work

Overview

This 1638 oil painting is a portrait of Sir William Killigrew, created by the Flemish artist Anthony van Dyck.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Sir William Killigrew, a figure of note during the 17th century. It is paired with a companion portrait of his wife, Mary Hill, suggesting a familial or marital context for the work.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil paint, the portrait exemplifies the Baroque style characteristic of Van Dyck's oeuvre, marked by a certain grandeur and attention to detail.

Artist & collection

Artist

Anthony van Dyck

Sir Anthony van Dyck (; Dutch: Antoon van Dijck ; 22 March 1599 – 9 December 1641) was a Flemish Baroque artist, who became the leading court painter in England after success in the Spanish Netherlands and Italy.