Gerard Von Honthorst Collection

Childhood of Christ, c1620. Artist: Gerrit van Honthorst
Childhood of Christ, c1620. Detail. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Portrait of a Lady of the Court as a Shepherdess, c1628. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
Portrait of a Lady of the Court as a Shepherdess, c1628. The romantic fantasy of shepherds and shepherdesses living in the wilds of Arcadia in Greece was a favored theme in ancient poetry that was

Gerard van Honthorst Showing the Drawings of his Pupil Louise of Bohemia to Amalia van Solms, 1854

Shepherd Playing the Flute, and Four Shepherdesses, 1632. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
Shepherd Playing the Flute, and Four Shepherdesses, 1632. Other Title(s): Shepherd Playing the Flute, and four Nymphs

Portrait of an Artist, 1655. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
Portrait of an Artist, 1655. Other Title(s): Self Portrait

Satyr and Nymph, 1623. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
Satyr and Nymph, 1623

Putti with a Wreath of Flowers, c.1650. Creator: Workshop of Gerard van Honthorst
Putti with a Wreath of Flowers, c.1650

Christ on the Cold Stone, after c.1614. Creator: Unknown
Christ on the Cold Stone, after c.1614. Other Title(s): Christ Seated on a Stone Block

Portrait of Louise Christina (1606-69), Countess of Solms-Braunfels, in or after c.1650. Other Title(s): Portrait of Louise Christina (1606-69), Countess of Solms-Braunfels

Portrait of Amalia van Solms (1602-75), in or after c.1651. Creator: Workshop of Gerard van Honthorst
Portrait of Amalia van Solms (1602-75), in or after c.1651

Portrait of Willem III (1650-1702), Prince of Orange, c.1653. Creator: Workshop of Gerard van Honthorst
Portrait of Willem III (1650-1702), Prince of Orange, c.1653

Portrait of Willem II (1626-50), Prince of Orange, c.1653. Creator: Workshop of Gerard van Honthorst
Portrait of Willem II (1626-50), Prince of Orange, c.1653

Portrait of Frederik Hendrik (1584-1647), Prince of Orange, c.1653. Creator: Workshop of Gerard van Honthorst
Portrait of Frederik Hendrik (1584-1647), Prince of Orange, c.1653

Christ Crowned with Thorns, c.1622. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
Christ Crowned with Thorns, c.1622

Frederick Henry, his Consort Amalia of Solms, and their Three Youngest Daughters, c.1647. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
Frederick Henry, his Consort Amalia of Solms, and their Three Youngest Daughters, c.1647. Other Title(s): Portrait of Frederik Hendrik (1584-1647), Prince of Orange

Portrait of Friedrich Wilhelm (1620-88), Elector of Brandenburg, and his Wife Louise Henri... 1647
Portrait of Friedrich Wilhelm (1620-88), Elector of Brandenburg, and his Wife Louise Henriette (1627-67), Countess of Orange-Nassau, 1647

Portrait of Willem II (1626-1650), Prince of Orange, and his Wife Mary Stuart (1631-1660), 1647

The Merry Fiddler, 1623. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
The Merry Fiddler, 1623. Other Title(s): Merry Violinist with Wineglass

Portrait of Amalia van Solms (1602-75), 1650. Creator: Workshop of Gerard van Honthorst
Portrait of Amalia van Solms (1602-75), 1650. Other Title(s): Portrait of Amalia van Solms (1602-75), Wife of Prince Frederik Hendrik

Portrait of Frederik Hendrik (1584-1647), Prince of Orange, 1650. Creator: Workshop of Gerard van Honthorst
Portrait of Frederik Hendrik (1584-1647), Prince of Orange, 1650

Portrait of Willem II (1626-50), Prince of Orange, 1651. Creator: Workshop of Gerard van Honthorst
Portrait of Willem II (1626-50), Prince of Orange, 1651. Workshop of Gerard van Honthorst

Portrait of an Officer, 1644. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
Portrait of an Officer, 1644

Portrait of a Woman, 1655. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
Portrait of a Woman, 1655. Other Title(s): Sophia Coopmans, Wife of Gerard van Honthorst

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

Musical Group by Candlelight, 1623. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
Musical Group by Candlelight, 1623

Diana with her Nymphs, 1650. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
Diana with her Nymphs, 1650

An Old Woman, 1623. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
An Old Woman, 1623

Laughing Girl Showing a Small Picture of a Nude Woman Seen from Behind, 1618-1671

Mary I Stuart, 1643. Creator: Jonas Suyderhoef
Mary I Stuart, 1643

Jacob van Wassenaer van Obdam. Creator: Jonas Suyderhoef
Jacob van Wassenaer van Obdam

Gerrit van Honthorst, probably 1626/1641. Creator: Paulus Pontius
Gerrit van Honthorst, probably 1626/1641

Christ in the Garden of Olives, 1615/35. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
Christ in the Garden of Olives, 1615/35

Maria, Wife of Willem II of Orange, n.d. Creator: Jacobus Houbraken
Maria, Wife of Willem II of Orange, n.d

Incostanza - An Allegory of Fickleness, 1615-1618. Creator: Abraham Janssens
Incostanza - An Allegory of Fickleness. The Motif is based on Cesare Ripa's manual of allegorical figures, 1615-1618. Earlier ascribed to Gerard van Honthorst (1592 - 1656)

A Boy Blowing on a Firebrand, 1621 / 22. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
A Boy Blowing on a Firebrand, 1621/22

The Concert, 1623. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
The Concert, 1623

Susanna and the Elders, early 17th-mid 17th century. Creator: Gerrit van Honthorst
Susanna and the Elders, early 17th-mid 17th century

George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham and Family, 1628, (1904). Artist: Gerrit van Honthorst
George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham and Family, 1628, (1904). Villiers was the favourite, and some claim, lover of King James I of England and one of the most rewarded royal courtiers in all history

Lucy Harington, Countess of Bedford, 1824. Artist: Samuel Freeman
Lucy Harington, Countess of Bedford, 1824. Aristocratic patron of the arts and literature in the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. After Gerard van Honthorst (1592-1656)

Elisabeth of the Palatinate, (1618-1680), 1912
Elisabeth of the Palatinate also known as Elisabeth of Bohemia and Princess Elisabeth of the Palatinate (1618-1680). Eldest daughter of Frederick V, Elector Palatine (1596-1632)

Lucy Russell (nee Harington), Countess of Bedford (1581-1627), 1824. Artist: W Freeman
Lucy Russell (nee Harington), Countess of Bedford (1581-1627), 1824. Lucy Russell was a major aristocratic patron of the arts and literature in the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras

Elizabeth, Princess of Palestine and Queen of Bohemia, 1787. Artist: Taylor
Elizabeth, Princess of Palestine and Queen of Bohemia, 1787. Engraved for Harrisons edition of Rapine

Elizabeth, Electress Palatine and Queen of Bohemia, (1787). Artist: Taylor
Elizabeth, Electress Palatine and Queen of Bohemia, (1787). Portrait of Elizabeth (1596-1662), daughter of James I and sister of Charles I. She married Frederick V, Elector of the Palatinate

The Luteplayer, 1624. Artist: Gerrit van Honthorst
The Luteplayer, 1624. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

Lute Player, 1624. Artist: Gerrit van Honthorst
Lute Player, 1624. Detail. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

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Gerard van Honthorst, a Dutch painter of the 17th century, was known for his captivating and evocative artworks. Born in Utrecht, Netherlands, he displayed immense talent from an early age. One of his notable works is "Childhood of Christ" painted around 1620. This masterpiece depicts the serene scene of baby Jesus surrounded by adoring figures. In "A Boy Blowing on a Firebrand, " created in 1621/22, Honthorst captures the innocence and curiosity of childhood as a young boy engages with fire. The playfulness and warmth emanating from this painting are truly enchanting. "The Concert, " completed in 1623, showcases Honthorst's ability to capture intimate moments filled with emotion. The harmonious gathering of musicians playing their instruments transports viewers into a world where music becomes tangible. Honthorst's rendition of "Susanna and the Elders" portrays the biblical tale with great sensitivity during the early to mid-17th century. His attention to detail brings forth Susanna's vulnerability while confronting her accusers. In "George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham and Family" (1628), Honthorst immortalizes one of England's most influential families at that time. Through skillful brushstrokes, he captures their regal presence while infusing each figure with individuality. The portraits he created also showcase his mastery; such as "Lucy Harington, Countess of Bedford" (1824) by Samuel Freeman or "Elisabeth of Palatinate" (1912). These paintings reveal not only the physical beauty but also convey glimpses into these women's lives through their expressions and attire. Another remarkable portrait is that depicting Lucy Russell (nee Harington), Countess of Bedford (1581-1627) captured in 1824 by W Freeman. Her poise exudes elegance while hinting at the strength within. Honthorst's talent extended beyond portraits and biblical scenes.