Portrait of François van Aerssen, Lord of Sommelsdijk, Vice-Admiral of Holland and West-Friesland 1728
mattheusverheyden
#
imaginative character sketch
#
fantasy concept art
#
character art
#
character design for game
#
character sketch
#
game character design
#
underpainting
#
child character design
#
character illustration
#
abstract character
"Portrait of François van Aerssen, Lord of Sommelsdijk, Vice-Admiral of Holland and West-Friesland" is an oil-on-canvas painting by Dutch Baroque artist Mattheus Verheyden, executed in 1728. The painting depicts François van Aerssen, a prominent Dutch admiral, in a formal portrait, standing confidently and adorned in rich attire. He is holding a baton and his attire features the insignia of his rank, reflecting his important position within the Dutch navy. The painting's realistic style, emphasizing detail and capturing the subject's presence, is characteristic of Verheyden's work.
Comments
No comments
Be the first to comment and join the conversation on the ultimate creative platform.