Willem Philip Kops (1695-1756), with his Wife and Children 1738

Frans Decker’s 1738 painting, "Willem Philip Kops (1695-1756), with his Wife and Children," is a portrait of a Dutch family, arranged in a formal composition. The family is presented in a stately manner, emphasizing their wealth and social standing. The father, Willem Philip Kops, stands prominently, while his wife and children are seated or standing beside him. The inclusion of a small dog and a goat further highlights the family's affluence and reinforces the domestic themes of the portrait. This work is a fine example of Dutch portraiture from the 18th century, displaying the artist's skill in capturing the individual personalities of his subjects.