Hooft Collection

Catharina Hooft with her Nurse. Artist: Hals, Frans I (1581-1666)
Catharina Hooft with her Nurse. Found in the collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Catharina Hooft With Her Nurse, 1619-1620 (c1927). Artist: Frans Hals
Catharina Hooft With Her Nurse, 1619-1620 (c1927). Catharina Hooft (1618-1691) was a woman of the Dutch Golden Age. She married Cornelis de Graeff, regent and mayor of Amsterdam

Anna du Pire as Granida. Artist: Helst, Bartholomeus van der (1613-1670)
Anna du Pire as Granida. Found in the collection of National Gallery, Prague

Granida and Daifilo, 1625. Artist: Honthorst, Gerrit, van (1590-1656)
Granida and Daifilo, 1625. Found in the collection of the Centraal Museum, Utrecht

Princess Granida (after the play Granida by Pieter Corneliszoon Hooft), 1651. Found in the collection of the Museum of Private Collections in the A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Pieter Corneliszon Hooft
PIETER CORNELISZOON HOOFT Dutch poet and scholar, an important figure in Dutch literature : son of burgomaster Cornelis Pieterszoon Hooft. Date: 1581 - 1647

Cornelis Piet. Hooft
CORNELIS PIETERSZOON HOOFT Dutch burgomaster, father of the poet Pieter Corneliszoon Hooft. Date: 1547 - 1626

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"Hooft: A Glimpse into Dutch Art and History" Step into the world of Hooft, where captivating portraits and enchanting scenes come to life. Catharina Hooft with her Nurse, painted by Frans Hals in 1619-1620, captures a tender moment between a young girl and her caregiver. The artist's masterful brushstrokes bring out their emotions, making us feel like we are witnessing this intimate bond firsthand. In another masterpiece titled "Anna du Pire as Granida, " Bartholomeus van der Helst portrays the character from a play written by Pieter Corneliszoon Hooft. This painting transports us to the realm of theater, where love stories unfold on stage. Gerrit van Honthorst's "Granida and Daifilo" takes us back to 1625, showcasing an intense scene from another play by Pieter Corneliszon Hooft. The artist skillfully depicts the characters' expressions as they navigate through passion and adversity. Jan van Bijlert's "Princess Granida" brings forth yet another interpretation of Pieter Corneliszoon Hooft's work. This regal portrait showcases the elegance and grace of Princess Granida herself. Pieter Corneliszon Hooft himself was not only known for his plays but also for his contributions to Dutch literature during the Golden Age. His literary prowess continues to inspire generations even today. The legacy of the Hooft family extends beyond art and literature. From weapon card arms depicting six children Jan van de Poll to pedigree arms displaying sixteen quarters Margaretha Rendorp, their lineage is rich with history. A glimpse into their lives can be seen through various portraits such as those featuring Cornelis Piet. Hooft or Jan van de Polls sixteen quarters pedigree arms. These artworks provide insight into their social standing and cultural significance during that era.