Who painted Portrait of Job Siewerts?

Portrait of Job Siewerts was painted by Krzysztof Lubieniecki in 1713.

Where can I see Portrait of Job Siewerts?

Portrait of Job Siewerts is held by Rijksmuseum.

Artwork

Portrait of Job Siewerts

Portrait of Job Siewerts is an oil painting by Krzysztof Lubieniecki. It dates from 1713 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Overview

The canvas presents a solitary figure rendered in oil, positioned before a muted backdrop that hints at a distant landscape of trees and architecture. Dressed in a dark robe with a stark white collar, the sitter’s face is highlighted by subtle illumination, while his hands are arranged in a composed gesture, lending the composition a solemn presence.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait portrays a man identified as Job Siewerts, whose attire and restrained expression suggest a status of respectability, possibly linked to civic or mercantile roles in early 18th‑century Amsterdam. The hand placed on the chest may convey a gesture of oath or personal integrity, reinforcing the sitter’s dignified character within the Baroque tradition of moral representation.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil on canvas, the work displays the characteristic Baroque handling of light and shadow, with a chiaroscuro effect that isolates the figure from the surrounding darkness. Visible brushwork adds texture to the fabric and background, while the controlled modeling of the face creates a three‑dimensional effect, reflecting the artist’s skill in rendering materiality and volume.

History & Provenance

Painted in 1713 by Krzysztof Lubieniecki, a Polish-born painter who worked in Amsterdam during the Dutch Golden Age, the portrait entered the Rijksmuseum’s collection, where it remains accessible to the public. Its provenance traces back to the artist’s Amsterdam period, aligning with the city’s vibrant portrait market of the early 18th century.

Artist & collection

Artist

Krzysztof Lubieniecki

Krzysztof Lubieniecki or Christoffel Lubienietzky (1659–1729) was a Polish Baroque painter and engraver active in Amsterdam during the Dutch Golden Age.

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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