Portrait of Dirck Corver (1587-1633) 1622

Cornelis van der Voort’s *Portrait of Dirck Corver* (1622) is a quintessential example of Dutch Golden Age portraiture. The sitter is depicted in a three-quarter-length pose, wearing a dark, high-collared garment, and with a hand resting on a tabletop. The composition is simple, yet elegant, with the sitter's face and expression conveying a sense of seriousness and dignity. This work reflects the preference for realism and naturalism that was a hallmark of Dutch art of the era. The painting is notable for its meticulous details, from the intricate texture of Corver's ruff to the folds of his clothing. The subject's calm gaze and posture suggest a person of social standing.