New Old Masters in Oil
I find a great source of inspiration in the Old Dutch Masters, in my case particularly Gerard van Honthorst (1592 - 1656). The way in which he managed to capture everyday scenes, touches me as it were. By now I have produced a relatively large number of paintings based on Gerard's work. Not with the aim of creating an exact copy, but rather to reproduce the atmosphere in my own style.
dated 2008 until 2019
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The Soldier and the Girl
2018With a glowing coal, the girl lights a candle. The soldier is clearly looking for more than the heat coming from the candle ... Inspired by Gerard van Honthorst's "The Soldier and the Girl.
The Letter
2019After weeks of waiting, the letter has finally arrived ... Curious about its contents, the woman is about to read the letter
Old woman examining a coin by a lantern
2019Illuminated by a lantern, the old woman examines a coin. In her left hand, she holds a pouch full of other coins. Inspired by Gerard van Honthorst's 'Old Woman Examining a Coin'
Laughing violist making a fist
2019Armed with a violin under his arm, this smiling violinist makes a fist. Inspired by Gerard van Honthorst's "Laughing Violinist Makes a Fist.
Allegory of Taste
2019Bacchus-like figure holding grapes in his left hand. The grapes are crushed while the juice flows into an earthenware bowl. Inspired by Gerard van Honthorst's 'Allegory of Taste'.
The Flea Hunter
2019Before going to bed, an old woman examines the clothes and body of her mistress for the presence of fleas. In those days very common ... Inspired by Gerard van Honthorst's 'The Flea Hunter'
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2019This medieval peasant has gone to town with a pouch full of coins in search of ... Soon he attracts the attention of this woman, but whether it is purely for his looks? Inspired by Gerard van Honthorst
The Laughing Violinist
2019Laughing Violinist. The glass of wine in his hand clearly contributed to his good mood. Commissioned made in a slightly brighter color scheme. Inspired by Gerard van Honthorst's 'The Laughing Violinist'.
The Match Maker
2019Holding a gold chain, this man tries to seduce the woman. The woman is clearly not amused by this approach. Inspired by Gerard van Honthorst
The Lute Player
2019Woman with lute in her hand. The man is clearly trying to convince her of something. What could that be ... Inspired by Gerard van Honthorst
Catharina Hooft
2019The young Catharina Hooft in the arms of her caretaker. Catharina's dress is finished with lace. Inspired by Frans Hals
Mary I
2017Madonna holding a very young Jesus. In the paintings of Mary with Child, she almost always wears a blue dress or cloak. This color has therefore become a symbol of her purity and holiness
Mary II
2017Mary with a the young Jesus on her lap. Mary wears an ermine robe
Mary III
2018The Blessed Virgin Mary. Painted in bright colors on request
Girl with Hat
2019Girl with straw hat. Inspired by Judith Leyster, one of the few female painters of the 17th century
Self Portrait
2013Self Portrait with Collar. You can be portrayed dressed in medieval clothing. Feel free to inform about the possibilities
Jezus in the workshop of Josef
2008A young Jesus enlightens his earthly father in his workshop. Inspired by Gerard van Honthorst
Young Girl in Blue Dress
2019Young girl dressed in a blue richly decorated dress. Inspired by Verspronck
Young Hugo de Groot
2016Portrait of a young Hugo de Groot