What is the history of seventeenth-century Dutch portraiture?

Seventeenth-century Dutch portraiture flourished during the Dutch Golden Age, characterised by realistic depictions of middle-class citizens, musicians, and genre subjects. Artists such as Frans Hals introduced loose, expressive brushwork that captured dynamic human expressions.

What traditional materials were used in Dutch Golden Age paintings?

Artists traditionally painted using oil pigments ground from natural minerals and organic materials mixed with linseed oil, executed primarily on linen canvas or wooden panels, and finished with varnish.

How can one identify authentic paintings from this era?

Authentic period pieces exhibit age-appropriate surface craquelure, historical stretcher bars, hand-forged hardware, and natural pigment degradation visible under ultraviolet light.

How do you style a Dutch Golden Age portrait in a modern interior?

A classic portrait creates a focal point when hung above a sideboard or mantelpiece, particularly against dark painted walls or integrated into an eclectic gallery wall.

How should an oil painting on canvas be maintained?

Keep oil paintings away from direct sunlight, extreme temperature changes, and high humidity, dusting the frame lightly with a soft brush rather than liquid cleaners.

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Large 17th-century Style Dutch Old Master Oil Portrait Painting After Frans Hals

Name: Large 17th-century Style Dutch Old Master Oil Portrait Painting After Frans Hals
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1219126
Price: 1250 GBP
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Description

Large 17th-Century Style Dutch Old Master Oil Portrait Painting After Frans Hals

Brief Description:

This is a superb and rare early 19th-century Dutch Oil on canvas portrait painting depicting a lute player who is wearing a woolly hat with a matching striped pullover.

Painted during the 1830s by a follower of the famous 17th-century Dutch golden-age painter Frans Hals (1580-1666).

The original, painted c. 1623-1624.

Frans Hals (c. 1582–1666) was a towering master of the Dutch Golden Age. Celebrated for his lively, spirited portraits and dynamic group compositions, he revolutionised painting with his loose, impressionistic brushwork and ability to capture spontaneous expressions and psychological depth.

The beautiful portrait is full of period charm. The original work now hangs in the Rijks Museum, Amsterdam.

The piece is mounted within the original, spectacular quality Dutch carved gesso ebonised frame.

Attributes:

Oil on Canvas

Dutch

Circa: Early 19th-century - 1830s

Condition:

Both the painting and the frame are offered in an overall superb original condition.

There are two or three tiny areas of paint loss at the bottom edge of the painting - see images.

Overall Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 35.2'' | 89.4 cm

Width: 33.2'' | 84.3 cm

Depth: 3.2'' | 8.1 cm

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Height

89.4cm (35.20")

Width

84.3cm (33.19")

Depth

8.1cm (3.19")

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Artsonline has dated this Dutch Golden Age Portrait to the 19th Century.

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Description

Large 17th-Century Style Dutch Old Master Oil Portrait Painting After Frans Hals

Brief Description:

“

This is a superb and rare early 19th-century Dutch Oil on canvas portrait painting depicting a lute player who is wearing a woolly hat with a matching striped pullover.

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fig 1. An oil painting on canvas depicting a seated musician playing a lute in a red and black striped tunic against an olive green background, housed within a dark carved frame. — fig 1. Large 17th-century Style Dutch Old Master Oil Portrait Painting After Frans Hals

Painted during the 1830s by a follower of the famous 17th-century Dutch golden-age painter Frans Hals (1580-1666).

The original, painted c. 1623-1624.

Frans Hals (c. 1582–1666) was a towering master of the Dutch Golden Age. Celebrated for his lively, spirited portraits and dynamic group compositions, he revolutionised painting with his loose, impressionistic brushwork and ability to capture spontaneous expressions and psychological depth.

fig 2. An oil painting on canvas depicting a seated musician playing a lute in a red and black striped tunic against an olive green background, housed within a dark carved frame. — fig 2. Large 17th-century Style Dutch Old Master Oil Portrait Painting After Frans Hals

The beautiful portrait is full of period charm. The original work now hangs in the Rijks Museum, Amsterdam.

The piece is mounted within the original, spectacular quality Dutch carved gesso ebonised frame.

fig 3. An oil painting on canvas depicting a seated musician playing a lute in a red and black striped tunic against an olive green background, housed within a dark carved frame. — fig 3. Large 17th-century Style Dutch Old Master Oil Portrait Painting After Frans Hals

Attributes:

Oil on Canvas

Dutch

Circa: Early 19th-century - 1830s

Condition:

Both the painting and the frame are offered in an overall superb original condition.

There are two or three tiny areas of paint loss at the bottom edge of the painting - see images.

fig 4. An oil painting on canvas depicting a seated musician playing a lute in a red and black striped tunic against an olive green background, housed within a dark carved frame. — fig 4. Large 17th-century Style Dutch Old Master Oil Portrait Painting After Frans Hals

Overall Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 35.2'' | 89.4 cm

Width: 33.2'' | 84.3 cm

Depth: 3.2'' | 8.1 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

A Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

fig 5. An oil painting on canvas depicting a seated musician playing a lute in a red and black striped tunic against an olive green background, housed within a dark carved frame. — fig 5. Large 17th-century Style Dutch Old Master Oil Portrait Painting After Frans Hals

Delivery

Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services.

Great care and much time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces that we sell.

fig 6. An oil painting on canvas depicting a seated musician playing a lute in a red and black striped tunic against an olive green background, housed within a dark carved frame. — fig 6. Large 17th-century Style Dutch Old Master Oil Portrait Painting After Frans Hals

We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.