Portretten van Hubert, Jan en Margaretha van Eyck 1759 - 1764

Jan l' Admiral created this print titled "Portretten van Hubert, Jan en Margaretha van Eyck," or "Portraits of Hubert, Jan, and Margaret van Eyck" in the 18th century, during the Dutch Golden Age, a period marked by unprecedented economic prosperity and cultural flourishing in the Netherlands. Here, we see not a direct representation, but a symbolic construction of identity. The portraits are carefully staged, positioning Hubert, Jan, and Margaret within a lineage of artistic and social importance. These figures, rendered with dignity, are consciously placed in dialogue with the viewer, invoking themes of legacy and artistic heritage. The inclusion of the artist's tools, such as the palette and brushes, transforms the image into a statement about the act of artistic creation itself. This print reflects not only the identities of its subjects but also the cultural values of the time, celebrating the achievements and historical importance of artists. It serves as a poignant reminder of the personal and collective narratives that art can preserve.