Who painted Portrait of François van Aerssen (1572-1641)?

Portrait of François van Aerssen (1572-1641) was painted by Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt in 1636.

Where can I see Portrait of François van Aerssen (1572-1641)?

Portrait of François van Aerssen (1572-1641) is held by Mauritshuis.

What movement is Portrait of François van Aerssen (1572-1641)?

Portrait of François van Aerssen (1572-1641) is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of François van Aerssen (1572-1641)?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of François van Aerssen (1572-1641) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of François van Aerssen (1572-1641)

Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt , 1636

Portrait of François van Aerssen (1572-1641) is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt. It dates from 1636 and is held in the collection of the Mauritshuis.

About this work

Overview

Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt's 1636 oil painting, Portrait of François van Aerssen, is a representative work of the Dutch Golden Age. The portrait is now part of the Mauritshuis collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts François van Aerssen, a historical figure who lived from 1572 to 1641. He is shown with a serious expression, wearing formal attire consisting of a black robe and a white ruffled collar.

Technique & Style

The artist employed chiaroscuro to create a striking contrast between light and dark areas, making the subject stand out against the dark background. The style and clothing in the portrait are characteristic of the era in which it was created.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt

Michiel Janszoon (abbr. Jansz.) van Mierevelt (Dutch pronunciation: ; also spelled Miereveld or Miereveldt; 1 May 1566 – 27 June 1641) was a Dutch painter and draftsman of the Dutch Golden Age.