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Portrait of Jan Harmensz de Marre, Seaman, Poet and Director of the Amsterdam Theater

Portrait of Jan Harmensz de Marre, Seaman, Poet and Director of the Amsterdam Theater, by Jan Maurits Quinkhard, oil, 1750
Portrait of Jan Harmensz de Marre, Seaman, Poet and Director of the Amsterdam Theater, by Jan Maurits Quinkhard, oil, 1750

Portrait of Jan Harmensz de Marre, Seaman, Poet and Director of the Amsterdam Theater is an oil painting by Jan Maurits Quinkhard. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Overview

Jan Maurits Quinkhard painted the *Portrait of Jan Harmensz de Marre* around 1750 on copper. The oval portrait, framed in gold with intricate details, captures de Marre in formal attire, holding a paper, set against a muted background.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, Jan Harmensz de Marre, is portrayed in a manner reflecting his multifaceted career as a seaman, poet, and director of the Amsterdam Theater. His attire and the paper in hand may allude to his literary or theatrical pursuits.

Technique & Style

The painting on copper demonstrates Quinkhard's skill in achieving high detail and realism. The composition's formal, professional tone is enhanced by the contrast between de Marre's bright, curly hair and the dark, subdued jacket and background.

History & Provenance

The portrait is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, though specific details of its acquisition or earlier ownership are not provided here.

Context

Created in the mid-18th century, the portrait reflects the cultural vibrancy of Amsterdam during this period, where artistic, literary, and theatrical activities flourished.

Legacy

While specific influences or impacts of this portrait on later art are not detailed, it remains a testament to Quinkhard's craftsmanship and a window into the life of a notable Amsterdam figure.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jan Maurits Quinkhard

Artist

Jan Maurits Quinkhard

Jan Maurits Quinkhard (28 January 1688 – 11 November 1772) was an 18th-century painter and print designer from the Dutch Republic.

Rijksmuseum

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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