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Willem van de Velde, the Elder, 18th century (engraving)
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Willem van de Velde, the Elder, 18th century (engraving)
7341622 Willem van de Velde, the Elder, 18th century (engraving) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723) (after); 24x18 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Godfrey Kneller (artist); Gerard Sibelius (engraver)
Willem van den Velden [van de Velde], Ships Draughtsman to King Charles the II. Engraved from an Original Picture of Sir Godfrey Kneller, in the Possession of the Rt Honble Sir Edward Walpole. Knt of the Bath'. Portrait of the marine draughtsman and painter Willem van de Velde the Elder, 1611-93, painted after his move to England in 1672/3 with his son Willem, the Younger, and their appointment as painters of 'sea fights' to Charles II. The print was made in the mid-18th century when the original oil portrait was in possession of Sir Edward Walpole (1706-84) , second son of Sir Robert Walpole, Prime Minister and later first Earl of Orford. Edward Walpole had a number of marine paintings in his collection, largely by English painters including Monamy and Swaine.The whereabouts of the painting are no longer known.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving by Godfrey Kneller captures the essence of Willem van de Velde, the Elder, a renowned marine draughtsman and painter in the 17th century. Van de Velde served as Ships Draughtsman to King Charles II, showcasing his exceptional talent for depicting sea battles with remarkable detail and precision.
Painted after his relocation to England in 1672/3, this portrait reflects van de Velde's significant contribution to maritime art during his time. The artist's expertise in capturing the dynamic movement of ships on water is evident in this striking image, highlighting his mastery of the genre.
Commissioned by Sir Edward Walpole, this print immortalizes van de Velde's legacy as one of the most influential marine painters of his era. The original oil portrait painted by Kneller was once part of Walpole's esteemed collection before its whereabouts became unknown over time.
As we gaze upon this engraving, we are transported back to a time when van de Velde's work graced royal courts and captivated audiences with its realism and beauty. His dedication to portraying naval scenes with unparalleled skill continues to inspire artists and admirers alike centuries later.
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