Artwork

Portrait of Cornelis Bynkershoek, President of the Supreme Court of Holland

Portrait of Cornelis Bynkershoek, President of the Supreme Court of Holland is an unspecified painting by the Baroque artist Pieter, Tanjé. It dates from 1746 and is held in the collection of the Leiden University Libraries. This portrait depicts Cornelis Bynkershoek, a prominent figure in Holland's judicial system, seated in a formal pose.

About this work

The man in the painting is Cornelis Bynkershoek, a president of a court in Holland, and this portrait was made after an earlier painting by another artist.

This painting shows a man sitting in a chair, wearing a formal coat with a coat of arms.
He looks serious and important.
The man in the painting is Cornelis Bynkershoek, a president of a court in Holland, and this portrait was made after an earlier painting by another artist.
The painting has a lot of details, like the coat of arms, which suggests the subject's status.
You can learn more about the artist who made this, Tanjé, Pieter, (1701-1761).

Overview

This portrait depicts Cornelis Bynkershoek, a prominent figure in Holland's judicial system, seated in a formal pose. The painting is a later work based on an earlier portrait.

Subject & Meaning

Cornelis Bynkershoek is shown wearing formal attire and is associated with a coat of arms, signifying his status and position as President of the Supreme Court of Holland. His serious demeanor conveys importance and authority.

Technique & Style

The portrait is notable for its detailed rendering, particularly the inclusion of the coat of arms, which highlights the subject's social standing. The work is attributed to Pieter Tanjé, who created it after a painting by P. van Dyk from 1733.