Where can I see Mattheus de Haan (1663-1729). Gouverneur-generaal (1725-29)?

Mattheus de Haan (1663-1729). Gouverneur-generaal (1725-29) is held by Rijksmuseum.

What movement is Mattheus de Haan (1663-1729). Gouverneur-generaal (1725-29)?

Mattheus de Haan (1663-1729). Gouverneur-generaal (1725-29) is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Mattheus de Haan (1663-1729). Gouverneur-generaal (1725-29)

Mattheus de Haan (1663-1729). Gouverneur-generaal (1725-29) is an oil painting. It dates from 1775 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Overview

This copper painting by Mattheus de Haan portrays a dignified figure identified as a Gouverneur-generaal (Governor-General), serving from 1725 to 1729. The subject is rendered in a somber and formal atmosphere.

Subject & Meaning

The depicted individual, characterized by long white hair, formal attire (black coat, white shirt), and a staff, embodies authority. A partially legible inscription and a coat of arms at the bottom reinforce the subject's prominence, though specifics of the text are unclear.

Technique & Style

De Haan employs chiaroscuro to create depth and volume, focusing attention on the subject through strategic lighting contrasts against a subdued background of a dark wall and a red curtain.

History & Provenance

Painted during the subject's tenure (1725-1729), the work's provenance details are not provided in the available information.

Context

Created in the early 18th century, this portrait reflects the artistic and societal values of the time, emphasizing the dignity and power of colonial leadership figures.

Legacy

The painting's legacy is not explicitly detailed in the provided information, though it serves as a historical record of a Governor-General's representation in art.

Artist & collection

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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