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Portrait of Cornelis Aerentsz. van der Dussen, secretary of Delft as of 1536

Jan van Scorel , 1549

Portrait of Cornelis Aerentsz. van der Dussen, secretary of Delft as of 1536, by Jan van Scorel, paint, 1549
Portrait of Cornelis Aerentsz. van der Dussen, secretary of Delft as of 1536, by Jan van Scorel, paint, 1549

Portrait of Cornelis Aerentsz. van der Dussen, secretary of Delft as of 1536 is a paint painting by Jan van Scorel. It dates from 1549 and is held in the collection of the Bode Museum.

About this work

Overview

This portrait, painted by Jan van Scorel in 1549, is a representation of Cornelis Aerentsz. van der Dussen, who served as secretary of Delft from 1536. The work is currently housed at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted wearing a dark robe with a fur-trimmed cape, a black hat, and holding a piece of paper, conveying a sense of dignity and status. The serene landscape behind him, featuring a distant castle and mountains, suggests a connection to a broader world.

Technique & Style

The painting showcases Van Scorel's skill in capturing the subject's attire and surroundings. The contrast between the dark clothing and the serene landscape creates a sense of depth and nuance.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jan van Scorel

Artist

Jan van Scorel

Jan van Scorel was a Dutch painter, who played a leading role in introducing aspects of Italian Renaissance painting into Dutch and Flemish Renaissance painting.

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Museum

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