Bust of a Man, Probably Vincent Coster by Hendrick de (I) Keyser

Bust of a Man, Probably Vincent Coster 1608

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"Bust of a Man, Probably Vincent Coster" is a marble sculpture by Hendrick de Keyser, created in 1608. The sculpture depicts a man with a beard, wearing a ruff, and is likely a portrait of Vincent Coster. The piece is known for its realistic portrayal of the sitter and the meticulous detail in the carving of the facial features. De Keyser was a prominent Dutch sculptor of the Northern Renaissance, known for his realistic and expressive portraits. The work is currently displayed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.

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rijksmuseum over 1 year ago

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Elegantly draped over this man’s doublet, the raised collar of which is clearly visible, is a cloak like those worn by the ancient Romans. This gives the sitter an aristocratic air. Yet it is only an affluent citizen who is portrayed here: probably Vincent Coster, an Amsterdam ‘wine gauger’ (someone who calculated the excise duty on wine).