Artwork
Portret van Guillielmus Suweyns
Portret van Guillielmus Suweyns is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Matthias de Visch. It dates from 1740 and is held in the collection of the Groeningemuseum.
About this work
This painting depicts a man with long, curly white hair, wearing a brown jacket with white cuffs and a white shirt. The background is dark, and the man's face is blurred.
The man's attire and hairstyle suggest he may be from the 18th century. The painting's style and medium are not immediately apparent.
To learn more about this artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up Matthias de Visch.
Overview
The Portret van Guillielmus Suweyns is a portrait painted in oil by Matthias de Visch in 1740. It is held in the Groeningemuseum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a man, likely from the 18th century, with long, curly white hair, wearing a brown jacket and white shirt. His face is blurred, and the dark background emphasizes his attire.
Technique & Style
The work reflects the Rococo style and demonstrates the artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark.
History & Provenance
Created by Flemish painter Matthias de Visch, known for his history paintings and portraits, the painting is part of the Groeningemuseum's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Matthias de Visch or Matthijs de Visch (22 March 1701 in Reninge – 23 April 1765 in Bruges) was a Flemish painter of history paintings and portraits.
Self-Portrait
Portrait of Lucas Pater, Merchant and Poet in Amsterdam
Portrait of Frederik Hansen de Liliendal, Danish Consul at Bordeaux
Portret van kanunnik Leonardus Arents
Portret van Carolus Toomkens
Portrait of a Man, perhaps a Member of the Klinkhamer Family
Portrait of Frederik Hansen de Liliendal, Danish Consul at Bordeaux
Portrait of a Man
Portrait of Caspar Adriaen Parduyn, Bailiff of Middelburg
Kanslianeuvos Carl Fredrik Eckleff
Portret van Joannes van Ockerhout
Portret van een dichter