Portrait of Jan van Lennep the Elder (1634-1711). Amsterdam Merchant in Silk, Gold and Silver Cloth and Art Collector c. 1700

"Portrait of Jan van Lennep the Elder" (c. 1700) is an oil painting by an anonymous artist depicting a seated Jan van Lennep, an Amsterdam merchant known for his trade in silks and his art collection. The portrait shows Jan in a dark robe, his long white hair and beard, and his calm, composed expression, suggesting a man of wealth and status. His left hand rests on a table, while the right hand holds a sheet of paper, alluding to his occupation and wealth. The somber, almost monochromatic color palette of the painting highlights the subject's solemn demeanor, while the precise brushstrokes depict the intricate details of his clothing and the textures of his skin. This work is a fine example of 17th-century Dutch portraiture.