Portrait of Willem Coymans (1645) by Frans Hals

Portrait of Willem Coymans - Frans Hals - 1645

Artwork Information

TitlePortrait of Willem Coymans
ArtistFrans Hals
Date1645
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions77 x 64 cm
Art MovementBaroque

About Portrait of Willem Coymans

The artwork titled “Portrait of Willem Coymans” was crafted by the distinguished artist Frans Hals in the year 1645. Executed in oil on canvas, this piece stands as a notable example of the Baroque art movement, characterized by its dramatic intensity and vivid realism. The dimensions of the artwork are 77 x 64 cm, and it belongs to the genre of portraiture.

In this artwork, the subject, presumably Willem Coymans, is portrayed with a sense of poised dignity and refined elegance. He is attired in contemporaneous lavish garments, highlighted by intricate embroidery and an ornate lace collar. The figure’s expression is composed yet subtly engaging, suggesting a personality of both intelligence and quiet assurance. The artist’s mastery in rendering intricate details, such as the texture of the clothing and the delicate play of light and shadow on the subject’s face, underscores the sophisticated realism typical of the Baroque period. The dark, unobtrusive background ensures that the focus remains entirely on the finely detailed and lifelike representation of the subject.

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