Fine Art

17th Century Paintings

Browse free public domain 17th century artworks, paintings, illustrations, and museum pieces.

A woman holding a parrot, painted by Anthony van Dyck in 1635.

Portrait of a Woman with a Parrot

Anthony van Dyck

A young woman gazes directly at the viewer, dressed in rich black fabric with a lace collar.

Portrait of a Young Woman (formerly seen as oval portrait of Oopjen Coppit)

Rembrandt van Rijn

A man in oriental costume gazes thoughtfully, wearing a fur-trimmed robe and turban, with an open book before him.

A man in oriental costume, known as ‘The Rabbi’

Ary de Vois

Portrait of Adriaan van Stalbemt by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing a poised introspection.

Portrait of Adriaan van Stalbemt

Anthony van Dyck

A vibrant still life featuring a bouquet of tulips, roses, and poppies in a dark setting.

Vase of flowers

Abraham Mignon

A vibrant display of flowers in a grotto, featuring rose petals, irises, and a bird's nest with three eggs.

Flowers in a Grotto

Abraham Mignon

A portrait of an old man with a dignified expression, painted by Anthony van Dyck.

Portrait of an Old Man

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Anna Maria de Çamudio by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her poised elegance.

Portrait of Anna Maria de Çamudio

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Anna Wake by Anthony van Dyck showcases a woman in elegant attire.

Portrait of Anna Wake

Anthony van Dyck

A lush garland of flowers including lilies, tulips, and poppies, with a young woman in profile against a dark background.

Garland of Flowers

Abraham Mignon

A still-life arrangement of peaches, melon, and quince, with insects and leaves, set against a shadowed backdrop.

Fruit Still-life

Abraham Mignon

Portrait of Anne Cavendish, Lady Rich by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her elegance and beauty.

Portrait of Anne Cavendish, Lady Rich (1612-1638)

Anthony van Dyck

Three ships with Dutch flags sail against a cloud-laden sky, showcasing intricate rigging and details.

Three Dutch Men o' War

Abraham Storck

Portrait of Anna van Craesbecke by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing a woman in modest attire with a direct gaze.

Portrait of Anna van Craesbecke

Anthony van Dyck

Jacob lies asleep with a stone pillow, while an angel gestures towards a ladder reaching to the heavens.

The dream of Jacob: while sleeping on the ground with a stone for pillow Jacob sees a ladder reaching from earth to heaven with angels going up and down (Genesis 28:14-22)

Abraham Bloemaert

A group of mourners surround Christ's body, draped in white linen, with expressions of grief and awe.

Lamentation

Abraham Janssens

A lively kitchen scene with monkeys in fine clothing engaged in various activities like cooking and drinking.

Monkeys smoking, drinking and preparing a meal in a kitchen

Abraham Teniers

A flotilla of yachts on the Binnen Amstel with a floating pavilion and crowds, showcasing a grand public event.

The arrival of the Russian embassy in Amsterdam, 29 August

Abraham Storck

A still life featuring various fish in a woven basket, with a copper scale and jug in the background.

Fish in a Basket near a Scale

Abraham van Beyeren

Portrait of Eleazer Swalmius by Rembrandt van Rijn, depicting a preacher in a black robe with a gentle gaze.

Portrait of Eleazer Swalmius

Rembrandt van Rijn

A portrait of a man, possibly Kenelm Digby, by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing a contemplative expression.

Portrait of a Man (possibly Kenelm Digby, 1603–1665)

Anthony van Dyck

A royal scene depicting Louis XIV in a red cloak with his attendants at an inn.

Louis XIV and his Suite Halting at an Inn Door

Adam Frans van der Meulen

A serene scene of Dutch ships anchored near a Scandinavian town, with fishermen and a waterfall in the foreground.

Dutch Ships at Anchor off a Fortified Scandinavian Town

Adam Willaerts

A child in red raises an arm to show a bird on a stick, while other children observe in a landscape.

Young Children Playing in a Landscape

Adriaen Brouwer

A bustling Italian marketplace filled with figures engaged in lively barter under a dramatic cloudy sky.

Markt in Italie M Leuven 3

Adriaen Frans Boudewijns

Portrait of Jean Leclerc by Anthony van Dyck, depicting a printmaker with an alert expression.

Portrait of Jean Leclerc

Anthony van Dyck

A detailed portrait of Jacoba Maria van Wassenaer by Jan Steen.

Portrait of Jacoba Maria van Wassenaer (1654-1683),known as ‘The Poultry Yard’

Jan Steen

A bustling port scene with an old fortress, ships, and figures on the quay under a clear blue sky.

View of a port

Abraham Casembroot

The Two Saints John by Anthony van Dyck depicts John the Baptist and John the Evangelist in a moment of quiet exchange.

The Two Saints John

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Joris de Caullery by Rembrandt van Rijn, showcasing the sitter's composed self-assurance.

Portrait of Joris de Caullery

Rembrandt van Rijn

Portrait of Lady Jane Goodwin by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her elegant attire and direct gaze.

Portrait of Lady Jane Goodwin

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Lucas van Uffel by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing the sitter's introspective gaze and elegant attire.

Portrait of Lucas van Uffel (died 1637)

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Nicolaas Rockox by Peter Paul Rubens, showcasing the sitter's authority and introspection.

Portrait of Nicolaas Rockox

Peter Paul Rubens

Jacques Callot's 'Entrance of Monsieur de Macey' captures a historical moment with intricate details.

Entrance of Monsieur de Macey

Jacques Callot

A scene in a tavern with figures engaged in drinking and smoking, illuminated by rough, smoky light.

Interior of a Tavern

Adriaen Brouwer

A lively tavern scene with a red-capped peasant and a violinist, capturing the joy of rustic life.

Paysans écoutant un violoniste 02

Adriaen Brouwer

A freshly cut orange sits on a stone ledge, its flesh exposed and glistening against a deep void.

Orange

Adriaen Coorte

Five seashells arranged on a rough stone ledge, illuminated by a single shaft of light against a dark background.

Still Life with Two Large and Three Smaller Shells

Adriaen Coorte

A poised Mary I Stuart adorned in feathers and pearls, accompanied by a servant offering a bracelet.

Posthumous Portrait of Mary I Stuart (1631- 1660) with a Servant

Adriaen Hanneman

A rider in vibrant attire commands a rearing horse on a sunlit country road, surrounded by lively figures and a distant carriage.

Summer

Adriaen Pietersz van de Venne

Portrait of Susanna Lunden by Peter Paul Rubens, showcasing a woman in a felt hat with a direct gaze.

Portrait of Susanna Lunden

Peter Paul Rubens

Portrait of Veronica Spinola Serra by Peter Paul Rubens.

Portrait of Veronica Spinola Serra

Peter Paul Rubens

A portrait of Willem Coymans by Frans Hals, showcasing his relaxed pose and fashionable attire.

Portrait of Willem Coymans

Frans Hals

Drinking or pouring vessel, unknown artist, 17th century decorative art

Drinking or pouring vessel

Unknown Artist

Portrait of an unknown Genoese woman by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her elegant attire and poised demeanor.

Portrait of an unknown Genoese woman, 1622-

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of a man by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing a reserved confidence and intricate details.

Portrait of a Man, c. 1630-

Anthony van Dyck

A portrait of a somber man by Guercino, showcasing Baroque style.

Portrait of Morose Man in Half-Length

Guercino

A portrait of a boy painted by Carel Fabritius, showcasing his direct gaze and soft features.

portrait of a boy

Carel Fabritius

This painting depicts St. Andrew in a Baroque style, showcasing rich colors and dramatic light.

St. Andrew

Jacob Jordaens

A young girl holding a fan, gazing directly at the viewer with a flushed face.

Girl with a Fan

Peter Paul Rubens

Portrait of Adriana Gras by Peter Paul Rubens, showcasing a woman in an elegant lace collar and pearl jewelry.

Portrait of Adriana Gras

Peter Paul Rubens

Aelbert Cuyp's 'Rafters off Dordrecht' showcases a serene marine landscape.

Rafters off Dordrecht

Aelbert Cuyp

A goblet of wine surrounded by oysters, fruit, and bread on a table.

Still Life with a Goblet of Wine, Fruit and Oysters

Abraham Mignon

A scene depicting Mercury gesturing urgently towards a seated man in shadow, with a golden cow between them.

Mercury and Battus

Adam Elsheimer

A still life featuring haddock, plaice, crabs, and lobster arranged on a table with a dark background.

Still Life: Haddock, Plaice, Crabs and Lobster

Abraham van Beyeren

A kneeling youth embraces an elderly man, surrounded by figures and classical architecture.

The Return of the Prodigal Son

Abraham van Cuylenborch

A portrait of an unknown lady by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her elegant attire and poised expression.

Unknown Lady

Anthony van Dyck

A woman in a yellow dress smiles at a man in a red coat and black hat seated at a table with a large map on the wall behind them.

Officer and Laughing Girl

Johannes Vermeer

A herdsman with cattle and goats converses with a woman on horseback on a sunlit road, with a tower and houses on a hill in the background.

River Landscape with a Tower and Houses on a Hill on the far side, and a Herdsman with Cattle and goats conversing with a Woman on a Horse on a Road in the foreground

Abraham Jansz. Begeyn

Peter Paul Rubens' 'Anbetung der Hirten' depicts shepherds adoring the newborn Christ.

Anbetung der Hirten (nach dem Stich von Lucas Vorstermans d. Ä.)

Peter Paul Rubens

The resurrection of the blessed by Peter Paul Rubens depicts the moment when the souls of the righteous ascend to eternal joy.

The resurrection of the blessed

Peter Paul Rubens

A still life featuring berries, medlars, and grapes, suspended by a string against a pale stone ledge.

Still life with berries, medlars and grapes

Adriaen Coorte

A flamboyant quack stands on a barrel, surrounded by a curious crowd in a muted, earthy palette.

The Quack

Adriaen Brouwer

A bearded man in a wheel ruff, painted by Anthony van Dyck in 1628.

Head of a bearded Man wearing a Wheel Ruff

Anthony van Dyck

Jacques Callot's 'Entrance of MM. de Vroncourt, Tyllon et Marimont' depicts a historical scene with intricate details.

Entrance of MM. de Vroncourt, Tyllon et Marimont

Jacques Callot

A serene Dutch landscape featuring cows under a luminous sky with golden-edged clouds.

Cows at Pasture

Adriaen van de Velde

A chaotic scene of beggars in motion, their bodies twisted and faces expressing a mix of laughter and grimace.

Dancing Beggars

Adriaen Pietersz van de Venne

St. Stephen Protoma by Jacques Callot depicts the martyrdom of St. Stephen.

St. Stephen Protoma. 26 December

Jacques Callot

Etching by Ferdinand Bol depicting a philosopher resting on a cushion

Slapende filosoof

Ferdinand Bol

A full-length portrait of Willem van Heythuysen standing confidently with a sword.

Willem van Heythuysen posing with a sword

Frans Hals

A wooded landscape with peasants crossing a shallow stream, surrounded by towering trees and dappled sunlight.

Wooded landscape with peasants crossing the ford.

Abraham Govaerts

A vibrant wreath of fruit and flowers suspended from a metal ring, with a goldfinch perched above.

Wreath of fruit, with some flowers, suspended from a metal ring

Abraham Mignon

A striking portrait of a man by Nicolaes Maes, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing character.

Portrait d’homme

Nicolaes Maes

Portrait of a man, possibly Peter van Hecke, by Peter Paul Rubens, showcasing rich attire and thoughtful expression.

Portrait of a Man, possibly Peter van Hecke (1591-1645)

Peter Paul Rubens

Historical linen garment possibly worn by Hendrik Casimir, Dutch Golden Age

Hemd, mogelijk gedragen door Hendrik Casimir tijdens de bestorming van een fort bij Hulst

Unknown Artist

A painting titled 'St. André' by Jacques Callot depicting a religious scene.

St. André

Jacques Callot

A woman with softly illuminated face and pearl earrings wears a brownish garment trimmed with gold, set against a dark background.

Hendrickje Stoffels

Rembrandt van Rijn

A surgeon performs a foot operation on a young man in a tense and detailed scene.

The Foot Operation

Rembrandt van Rijn

A man holding gloves, painted by Rembrandt in 1648, showcasing a moment of quiet reflection.

Portrait of a man with gloves in hand

Rembrandt van Rijn

A captivating genre scene depicting daily life in the 17th century.

September

Jacques Callot

A young man wearing a large hat and a dark outfit is looking directly at the viewer.

A Young Man in a Large Hat

Frans Hals

Portrait of Maria Vernatti by Frans Hals, showcasing a composed Englishwoman in rich black attire.

Portrait of Maria Vernatti

Frans Hals

A vibrant bouquet featuring a luminous red poppy, tulips, and delicate petals in a glass vase.

Flowers in a Glass Vase

Abraham Mignon

A flotilla of ships with the Dutch tricolor flag, led by a central frigate, in a bustling harbor scene.

The frigate Pieter and Paul on the IJ.

Abraham Storck

Frans Hals' 'Portrait of Feyntje van Steenkiste' showcases a young woman in a detailed dress.

Portrait of Feyntje van Steenkiste

Frans Hals

A man with flushed cheeks and a broad smile wears a black hat and tan jerkin, holding a glass of white wine with his right hand raised in mid-gesture.

The Merry Drinker

Frans Hals

A woman writes a letter at a table covered with a red and gold carpet while a maid stands nearby looking out a window in a brightly lit room.

Lady Writing a Letter with her Maid

Johannes Vermeer

A scene depicting a painful back operation in a dimly lit interior with a patient and an operator.

The Back Operation

Adriaen Brouwer

Half-figure of a woman with a beret by Rembrandt van Rijn.

Half-figure of a woman with a beret

Rembrandt van Rijn

Portrait of a man in dark clothing, possibly Andries de Graeff, by Rembrandt van Rijn.

Portrait of a Man Standing, possibly Andries de Graeff

Rembrandt van Rijn