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Portrait of Cornelis Cornelisz van Esch, 1632. Creator: Anon
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Portrait of Cornelis Cornelisz van Esch, 1632. Creator: Anon
Portrait of Cornelis Cornelisz van Esch, 1632
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1630s Ball Class Fine Art Historical Person Lace Collar Oil On Copper Ornament Social Class Young Boy
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of Cornelis Cornelisz van Esch," dates back to the 1630s and was created by an anonymous artist during the Dutch Golden Age. The subject of the painting is Cornelis Cornelisz van Esch, a young boy from the Low Countries, likely of a middle or upper class family, as evidenced by his fine apparel. Cornelis wears an ornate lace collar, a popular fashion accessory during this period, and a richly colored and textured dress. His direct gaze and confident posture suggest a sense of self-assurance and maturity beyond his years. The painting is a testament to the intricacies of seventeenth-century Dutch fashion and the importance of social class and heritage in Dutch society. The use of oil on copper as the painting medium adds to the vibrancy and richness of the colors, making the ornamentation on Cornelis's clothing stand out even more. The portrait also features Cornelis holding a ball, which could symbolize his youth and playfulness, or it could be a reference to the popular pastime of playing ball games during this era. The presence of his mother, Josina Jansdr de Carpentier, in the painting, who is shown looking at Cornelis with a warm and loving expression, further emphasizes the importance of family in Dutch culture. This portrait is a valuable addition to the Rijksmuseum's collection of seventeenth-century Dutch art and provides a glimpse into the daily life and fashion trends of the time. The painting's anonymous creator remains a mystery, but their skill and attention to detail are evident in the intricate rendering of Cornelis's clothing and the lifelike portrayal of the mother-son relationship.
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