Artwork

Wapenbord met het wapen van Laurens Jacobsz de Witte en zijn acht kwartieren

Wapenbord met het wapen van Laurens Jacobsz de Witte en zijn acht kwartieren is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Unknown. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum. This painting is an example of a heraldic display, featuring a coat of arms on a black background.

About this work

Overview

This painting is an example of a heraldic display, featuring a coat of arms on a black background. The work is executed in oil paint and presents a central shield surrounded by smaller ones, with decorative elements and text.

Subject & Meaning

The coat of arms is that of Laurens Jacobsz de Witte, accompanied by eight quarterings that signify his lineage or affiliations. The text at the bottom provides additional information about the individual and possibly his connections.

Technique & Style

The painting showcases a traditional heraldic style, with the use of symbolic imagery and formalized text. The artist's use of oil paint allows for detailed rendering of the coats of arms and decorative elements.