Artwork
Portrait of Gillis de Clarges
Portrait of Gillis de Clarges is an unspecified painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jonas, Suyderhoef. It dates from 1643 and is held in the collection of the Leiden University Libraries.
About this work
This painting shows a man, Gillis de Clarges, in a formal pose.
The painting is interesting because it's based on an earlier work by M. Mierevelt from 1641. It also has a Latin verse by G. Suerendonck written under the image, which adds a layer of meaning to the portrait.
You can learn more about similar artworks by looking into the technique of sfumato.
Overview
This engraving is a portrait of Gillis de Clarges, depicted in a formal pose.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait is accompanied by a Latin verse written by G. Suerendonck, adding a layer of interpretation to the image of Gillis de Clarges.
Technique & Style
The engraving is based on a 1641 painting by M. Mierevelt, suggesting a connection to the artist's style, although the specific technique used in the engraving is not directly related to sfumato.
History & Provenance
The existence of two printers' names on the engraving raises questions about its production history, with the possibility that it is a copy of an earlier engraving.
