Artwork

Portrait of Dina Lems, Wife of Jan Valckenburgh

Portrait of Dina Lems, Wife of Jan Valckenburgh, by Daniel Vertangen, oil, 1660
Portrait of Dina Lems, Wife of Jan Valckenburgh, by Daniel Vertangen, oil, 1660

Portrait of Dina Lems, Wife of Jan Valckenburgh is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Daniel Vertangen. It dates from 1660 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created by Daniel Vertangen in 1660, is a portrait of Dina Lems, the wife of Jan Valckenburgh. It is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted wearing elegant attire, including a black dress with white accents and a red underskirt, along with pearl jewelry. Her refined appearance and poised stance convey a sense of dignity.

Technique & Style

The portrait showcases Vertangen's attention to detail and realism, evident in the rendering of the subject's curly red hair, clothing, and accessories, as well as the lush landscape background featuring palm trees and a blue sky.

Artist & collection

Artist

Daniel Vertangen

Daniel Vertangen (1601–1683) was an artist, born in Amsterdam.

Rijksmuseum

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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