['Portrait of Cornelis van Aerssen (1600/02-1662), Lord of Sommelsdijk', 'Cornelis van Aerssen (1600-62), Lord of Sommelsdijk, Colonel of Cavalry'] 1658

Adriaen Hanneman's "Portrait of Cornelis van Aerssen (1600/02-1662), Lord of Sommelsdijk" is a striking example of 17th-century Dutch portraiture. Painted in 1658, the oil on canvas depicts Cornelis van Aerssen, a prominent figure in Dutch politics and military, in a three-quarter length pose against a dark background. The subject is clad in shining armor, a symbol of his military rank, and his commanding presence is emphasized by his piercing gaze and the prominently displayed family crest. The portrait is a testament to Hanneman's skill in capturing the likeness and status of his sitter. The painting is a captivating display of realism and technical finesse and now resides in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.