Who painted Portrait of Cornelis ten Hove?

Portrait of Cornelis ten Hove was painted by Nicolaes Maes in 1690.

Where can I see Portrait of Cornelis ten Hove?

Portrait of Cornelis ten Hove is held by Mauritshuis.

What movement is Portrait of Cornelis ten Hove?

Portrait of Cornelis ten Hove is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of Cornelis ten Hove?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of Cornelis ten Hove are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of Cornelis ten Hove

Nicolaes Maes , 1690

Portrait of Cornelis ten Hove is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Nicolaes Maes. It dates from 1690 and is held in the collection of the Mauritshuis.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of Cornelis ten Hove is an oil painting created by Dutch artist Nicolaes Maes in 1690. It is a portrait of a man, characterized by its use of chiaroscuro, elegant attire, and direct gaze, creating a sense of connection with the viewer.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, Cornelis ten Hove, is depicted with refinement and elegance through his long, curly hair, blue velvet coat, brown vest, and white lace shirt. His direct eye contact with the viewer establishes a personal connection.

Technique & Style

Maes employed chiaroscuro to create depth and dimensionality, drawing attention to the subject against a dark background with subtle landscape hints. The style reflects Maes' training under Rembrandt.

History & Provenance

Painted in 1690, the work is part of the Dutch Golden Age. It is currently held in the collection of the Mauritshuis.

Context

Created during Maes' peak as Amsterdam’s leading portrait painter, the work exemplifies his shift towards portraiture after earlier focusing on genre scenes in Dordrecht.

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Artist

Nicolaes Maes

Nicolaes Maes (January 1634 – December 1693; buried 24 December 1693) was a Dutch painter known for his genre scenes, portraits, religious compositions and the occasional still life.