Jan Caspar Philips Collection

Portrait of the Engraver Jan Caspar Philips, 1747. Creator: Tibout Regters
Portrait of the Engraver Jan Caspar Philips, 1747

Battle scene with a man about to be stabbed with a sword at lower right, 1730. Creator: Jan Caspar Philips
Battle scene with a man about to be stabbed with a sword at lower right, 1730

Indigofera cotton plant Gossypium Indigo twig
Indigofera and cotton plant (Gossypium) A. Indigo twig. B. Kottoen twig (title on object), Indigofera and cotton plant. Pasted leaf in: Anselmi Boetii de Boot I.C. Brugensis & Rodolphi II. Imp

Cartouche allegory Jewish history Title page
Cartouche with allegory on Jewish history Title page for: Kornelis Westerbaen, General histori, 1743, The Jewish virgin is besieged by three soldiers. In the background the destruction of Rome

Plinth river landscape Views Rhyn series title
Plinth in a river landscape Views along the Rhyn (series title on object), A plinth flanked by vines in a river landscape. On top of the base are two coats of arms, a fishing net and vines

Study of two mens heads, Johannes Caspar Philips, 1732

House with gable, Jan Caspar Philips, 1736 - 1775

Port of Vlaardingen, The Netherlands, Jan Caspar Philips, 1747

Allegory of the East Indies, Jan Caspar Philips, 1771

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Jan Caspar Philips (1683-1761): A Versatile Artist of the Dutch Golden Age Jan Caspar Philips was a prolific Dutch painter active during the 18th century. His oeuvre spanned various genres, including history painting, landscape, and portraiture. This caption explores some highlights of Philips' diverse body of work. The battle scene at lower right, depicting a man about to be stabbed with a sword, is an example of his history painting. The indigofera cotton plant in the cartouche of his allegory "Jewish History" (1730) reflects his interest in natural history. Philips' landscape series, titled "Views Rhyn," showcases his skill in capturing the beauty of the natural world. In "Study of Two Men's Heads" (1732), he demonstrates his talent for portraiture. His "House with Gable" (1736-1775) reveals his ability to render architectural details with precision. The "Port of Vlaardingen, The Netherlands" (1747) is an impressive depiction of a bustling harbor scene. Lastly, "Allegory of the East Indies" (1771) is a testament to Philips' mastery of symbolism and storytelling through art.