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17th-century Portrait Painting Old Master Circle of Pieter Borseler (1633-1687)

Name: 17th-century Portrait Painting Old Master Circle of Pieter Borseler (1633-1687)
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1225867
Price: 1250 GBP
Availability: InStock

17th century

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Description

17th-Century Portrait Painting Old Master Circle of Pieter Borseler (1633-1687)

Brief Description:

This is a magnificent and highly evocative 17th-century Dutch Golden Age Old Master oil on canvas portrait depicting a distinguished noble gentleman dressed in elegant period attire with an impressive white ruff.

Painted circa 1660–1670, the work is attributed to a Dutch Baroque artist working very close to the circle of Pieter Borsseler (1633–1687), one of the leading portraitists of the Dutch Golden Age.

The portrait displays exceptional artistic quality, with a remarkably lifelike presence and refined handling that exemplifies the finest traditions of Dutch portraiture. It is housed in its original 17th-century Sunderland-style carved giltwood and gesso frame, a wonderful survivor that complements the painting beautifully.

Having remained untouched for centuries, the painting bears the honest signs of its remarkable age. As shown in the photographs, there are various historical cosmetic imperfections to both the canvas and frame, entirely consistent with a work approaching 360 years old.

Presented in an authentic "as found" condition, it possesses tremendous character and historical charm, making it an outstanding display piece. For those seeking a more pristine appearance, the painting and frame would also respond well to sympathetic professional conservation.

A rare opportunity to acquire a genuine Dutch Golden Age portrait of exceptional presence, authenticity and decorative appeal.

Attributes:

Dutch Old Master

Oil on relined canvas

17th-century

Circa: 1660-1670

Condition:

The painting displays beautifully in its authentic "as found" condition, although a future owner may wish to undertake sympathetic restoration to address the historical imperfections shown in the accompanying photographs.

Overall Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 35.7'' | 90.6 cm

Width: 30.5'' | 77.4 cm

Depth: 1.9'' | 4.8 cm

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Physical Dimensions

Height

90.6cm (35.67")

Width

77.4cm (30.47")

Depth

4.8cm (1.89")

Declaration

Artsonline has dated this Old Master Portrait Painting to the 17th Century.

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SA1225867

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Description

17th-Century Portrait Painting Old Master Circle of Pieter Borseler (1633-1687)

Brief Description:

This is a magnificent and highly evocative 17th-century Dutch Golden Age Old Master oil on canvas portrait depicting a distinguished noble gentleman dressed in elegant period attire with an impressive white ruff.

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Painted circa 1660–1670, the work is attributed to a Dutch Baroque artist working very close to the circle of Pieter Borsseler (1633–1687), one of the leading portraitists of the Dutch Golden Age.

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fig 1. A seventeenth-century oval oil portrait of a gentleman with grey hair wearing a black coat and white collar, housed in a carved gold leaf frame. — fig 1. 17th-century Portrait Painting Old Master Circle of Pieter Borseler (1633-1687)

The portrait displays exceptional artistic quality, with a remarkably lifelike presence and refined handling that exemplifies the finest traditions of Dutch portraiture. It is housed in its original 17th-century Sunderland-style carved giltwood and gesso frame, a wonderful survivor that complements the painting beautifully.

fig 2. A seventeenth-century oval oil portrait of a gentleman with grey hair wearing a black coat and white collar, housed in a carved gold leaf frame. — fig 2. 17th-century Portrait Painting Old Master Circle of Pieter Borseler (1633-1687)

Having remained untouched for centuries, the painting bears the honest signs of its remarkable age. As shown in the photographs, there are various historical cosmetic imperfections to both the canvas and frame, entirely consistent with a work approaching 360 years old.

fig 3. A seventeenth-century oval oil portrait of a gentleman with grey hair wearing a black coat and white collar, housed in a carved gold leaf frame. — fig 3. 17th-century Portrait Painting Old Master Circle of Pieter Borseler (1633-1687)

Presented in an authentic "as found" condition, it possesses tremendous character and historical charm, making it an outstanding display piece. For those seeking a more pristine appearance, the painting and frame would also respond well to sympathetic professional conservation.

fig 4. A seventeenth-century oval oil portrait of a gentleman with grey hair wearing a black coat and white collar, housed in a carved gold leaf frame. — fig 4. 17th-century Portrait Painting Old Master Circle of Pieter Borseler (1633-1687)

A rare opportunity to acquire a genuine Dutch Golden Age portrait of exceptional presence, authenticity and decorative appeal.

Attributes:

Dutch Old Master

Oil on relined canvas

17th-century

Circa: 1660-1670

fig 5. A seventeenth-century oval oil portrait of a gentleman with grey hair wearing a black coat and white collar, housed in a carved gold leaf frame. — fig 5. 17th-century Portrait Painting Old Master Circle of Pieter Borseler (1633-1687)

Condition:

The painting displays beautifully in its authentic "as found" condition, although a future owner may wish to undertake sympathetic restoration to address the historical imperfections shown in the accompanying photographs.

fig 6. A seventeenth-century oval oil portrait of a gentleman with grey hair wearing a black coat and white collar, housed in a carved gold leaf frame. — fig 6. 17th-century Portrait Painting Old Master Circle of Pieter Borseler (1633-1687)

Overall Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 35.7'' | 90.6 cm

Width: 30.5'' | 77.4 cm

Depth: 1.9'' | 4.8 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

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

fig 7. A seventeenth-century oval oil portrait of a gentleman with grey hair wearing a black coat and white collar, housed in a carved gold leaf frame. — fig 7. 17th-century Portrait Painting Old Master Circle of Pieter Borseler (1633-1687)

Delivery

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

We take great care and plenty of time to ensure the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces we sell.

fig 8. A seventeenth-century oval oil portrait of a gentleman with grey hair wearing a black coat and white collar, housed in a carved gold leaf frame. — fig 8. 17th-century Portrait Painting Old Master Circle of Pieter Borseler (1633-1687)

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.