Schalcken Gotfried Collection

Bunch of Grapes, late 17th-early 18th century. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
Bunch of Grapes, late 17th-early 18th century

Woman Selling Herrings, 1675-1680. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
Woman Selling Herrings, 1675-1680

Young Woman with Lemon, 1685-1690. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
Young Woman with Lemon, 1685-1690

Portrait of Josnia Parduyn (1642-1718), second wife of Aernout van Citters, 1705. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
Portrait of Josnia Parduyn (1642-1718), second wife of Aernout van Citters, 1705

The Smoker (A Man with a Pipe and a Man Pouring a Beverage into a Glass), 1690-1706. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
The Smoker (A Man with a Pipe and a Man Pouring a Beverage into a Glass), 1690-1706. Attributed to Godfried Schalcken

Fire and Light (A Girl Places a Candle in a Lantern and a Boy Blows on the Coals... 1690-1706)
Fire and Light (A Girl Places a Candle in a Lantern and a Boy Blows on the Coals in a Chafing-Dish), 1690-1706. Attributed to Godfried Schalcken

Differing tastes, 1685-1690. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
Differing tastes, 1685-1690

Every one his fancy, 1670-1675. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
Every one his fancy, 1670-1675

Portrait of William III (1650-1702), Prince of Orange, Stadholder and...King of Eng...c.1692-c.1697
Portrait of William III (1650-1702), Prince of Orange, Stadholder and from 1689 on, King of England, c.1692-c.1697

Anna Maria Gool, 1699-1706. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
Anna Maria Gool, 1699-1706

Portrait of Josina Clara van Citters (1671-1753), daughter of Josina Parduyn, 1699-1706. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
Portrait of Josina Clara van Citters (1671-1753), daughter of Josina Parduyn, 1699-1706

Young Woman with a Candlestick, Old Woman and a Violin Player, 1605-1656. Creators: Gerrit van Honthorst
Young Woman with a Candlestick, Old Woman and a Violin Player, 1605-1656

Godfried Schalcken, c. 1694. Creator: John Smith
Godfried Schalcken, c. 1694

Portrait of Gerard Dou, the Painter, 1660/80. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
Portrait of Gerard Dou, the Painter, 1660/80

Cupid and Psyche, n.d. Creator: James McArdell
Cupid and Psyche, n.d

The Penitent Saint Mary Magdalene, 1658-1706. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
The Penitent Saint Mary Magdalene, 1658-1706

The Holy Family, 1600-1699. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
The Holy Family, 1600-1699

Cephalus and Procris, probably 1680s. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
Cephalus and Procris, probably 1680s

Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out, c1840. Creator: George Presbury
Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out, c1840. Biblical scene, from Matthew 25: 8, The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins: And the foolish said to the wise, Give us of your oil

Young Woman Holding a Candle in a Bedchamber, 1690-1715. 1690-1715
Young Woman Holding a Candle in a Bedchamber, 1690-1715

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Schalcken Gottfried was a Dutch painter known for his hauntingly beautiful works of art that often depicted scenes of darkness and mystery. His use of light and shadow created an eerie atmosphere in his paintings, drawing viewers into a world of the supernatural. Schalcken's attention to detail and mastery of technique made him one of the most respected artists of his time. His fascination with the macabre led him to create some truly chilling pieces, such as "The Dead Bride" and "The Witch." These paintings are filled with symbolism and hidden meanings, inviting viewers to unravel the mysteries within. Despite his talent, Schalcken Gottfried lived a reclusive life, shunning society in favor of solitude in his studio. Some say he was haunted by personal demons that fueled his dark imagination. Today, Schalcken Gottfried's work continues to captivate audiences around the world, inspiring generations of artists to explore themes of horror and beauty in their own creations. His legacy lives on as a master of the macabre, forever immortalized through his hauntingly evocative paintings.