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Portret van Nicolaus a Spira (1510-10 juli 1568), abt van de norbertijner abdij te Grimbergen (1543-1568)

Jacob de Punder , 1563

Portret van Nicolaus a Spira (1510-10 juli 1568), abt van de norbertijner abdij te Grimbergen (1543-1568), by Jacob de Punder, oil, 1563
Portret van Nicolaus a Spira (1510-10 juli 1568), abt van de norbertijner abdij te Grimbergen (1543-1568), by Jacob de Punder, oil, 1563

Portret van Nicolaus a Spira (1510-10 juli 1568), abt van de norbertijner abdij te Grimbergen (1543-1568) is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Jacob de Punder. It dates from 1563 and is held in the collection of the Walters Art Museum.

About this work

Overview

This 1563 oil painting by Jacob de Punder depicts Nicolaus a Spira, abbot of the Norbertine Abbey in Grimbergen. The work is a representative example of Northern Renaissance portraiture.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait shows Nicolaus a Spira in ornate gold vestments, holding a staff and book, conveying his status and authority as abbot. His serious expression and direct gaze engage the viewer.

Technique & Style

The painting is characterized by its high level of detail, with intricate designs and patterns on the subject's robes and staff. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, contributing to the overall effect of grandeur and opulence.

Artist & collection

Artist

Jacob de Punder

Jacob de Punder or Jacques de Punder (1527 – c.1570), was a Flemish Renaissance painter mainly known for his portrait paintings.

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