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Mid-17th-century Flemish School, Portrait of Cornelius Janssen - Antique Oil Painting

17th century
Sold 12 August 2025 · Brave Fine Art
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This mid-17th-century bust-length Flemish school portrait depicts the Dutch Catholic bishop Cornelius Janssen (1585-1638). Painted when into his later years, this intriguing historical portrayal appears to be a one-off and we’ve been unable to find a similar depiction.

Following the publication, posthumously, of his controversial work ‘Augustinus’, Janssen inspired the theological movement Jansenism. It arose in reaction to issues surrounding the concepts of free will and divine grace but later encroached into both political and philosophical discussions around the ‘divine right of Kings’.

Janssen’s book explained that free will had no place in society and the only way to guarantee salvation was via the grace of God. His ideas provoked lively debates, particularly in France, with many referring to them as dangerous heresy.

He’s depicted wearing a black cassock, black biretta, and white collar.

Held in a later frame.

Medium: Oil on panel

Overall size: 19½” x 26” / 49cm x 66cm

Year of creation: c. 1635

Labels & Inscriptions: Label with an inscription relating to the sitter on the reverse.

Provenance: Private collection, Belgium.

Condition: Cleaned. Revarnished. Areas of fine and settled craquelure, as you would expect. The paint layer is stable. Repair to previous crack in panel. Areas of historic restoration including in-painting. Frame in excellent condition.

Our reference: BRV1625

Date of Manufacture

Brave Fine Art has dated this Antique Oil Painting to the 17th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA1137234
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This mid-17th-century bust-length Flemish school portrait depicts the Dutch Catholic bishop Cornelius Janssen (1585-1638).
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Painted when into his later years, this intriguing historical portrayal appears to be a one-off and we’ve been unable to find a similar depiction.
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fig 1. A framed 17th-century oil portrait of a man in dark clerical attire against a dark background.
fig 1. Mid-17th-century Flemish School, Portrait of Cornelius Janssen - Antique Oil Painting

Following the publication, posthumously, of his controversial work ‘Augustinus’, Janssen inspired the theological movement Jansenism. It arose in reaction to issues surrounding the concepts of free will and divine grace but later encroached into both political and philosophical discussions around the ‘divine right of Kings’.

fig 2. A framed 17th-century oil portrait of a man in dark clerical attire against a dark background.
fig 2. Mid-17th-century Flemish School, Portrait of Cornelius Janssen - Antique Oil Painting

Janssen’s book explained that free will had no place in society and the only way to guarantee salvation was via the grace of God. His ideas provoked lively debates, particularly in France, with many referring to them as dangerous heresy.

fig 3. A framed 17th-century oil portrait of a man in dark clerical attire against a dark background.
fig 3. Mid-17th-century Flemish School, Portrait of Cornelius Janssen - Antique Oil Painting

He’s depicted wearing a black cassock, black biretta, and white collar.

Held in a later frame.

Medium: Oil on panel

Overall size: 19½” x 26” / 49cm x 66cm

Year of creation: c. 1635

Labels & Inscriptions: Label with an inscription relating to the sitter on the reverse.

fig 4. A framed 17th-century oil portrait of a man in dark clerical attire against a dark background.
fig 4. Mid-17th-century Flemish School, Portrait of Cornelius Janssen - Antique Oil Painting

Provenance: Private collection, Belgium.

Condition: Cleaned. Revarnished. Areas of fine and settled craquelure, as you would expect. The paint layer is stable. Repair to previous crack in panel. Areas of historic restoration including in-painting. Frame in excellent condition.

Our reference: BRV1625

Date of Manufacture

Brave Fine Art has dated this Antique Oil Painting to the 17th Century.

Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA1137234
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  • ObjectFine Art
  • Period17th century
  • StyleBaroque
  • MaterialOil paint, canvas, wood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved wooden frame, Chiaroscuro lighting, Figurative portraiture
  • SizeH 66 cm (26 in) x W 49 cm (19 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

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The Flemish School of the 17th century is characterised by meticulous attention to detail, realistic facial expressions, rich chiaroscuro lighting, and sophisticated handling of oil pigments.

These works were typically executed in oil paint on stretched canvas or wooden panels, framed in heavily carved, dark-stained or gilded timber mouldings.

Authenticity is assessed through examination of canvas weave or panel age, pigment composition analysis, stretcher construction, and craquelure patterns consistent with historical ageing.

Pair the piece with neutral wall colours, minimalist lighting, and clean architectural lines to create a striking focal point that balances historical depth with modern minimalism.

Maintain stable relative humidity and temperature levels, keep the artwork out of direct sunlight, and consult a professional conservator for periodic cleaning and varnish maintenance.
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