Fine Art

17th Century Paintings

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

A woman scolds a man in a lively domestic scene.

The Scolding Fishwife

Nicolaes Maes

Portrait of Nicolaas Baukes, oil on canvas, unknown artist

Grafbord van Nicolaas Baukes (gestorven 1683), directeur van Bengalen (1681-83)

Unknown Artist

A captivating portrait of a man with dark eyes and styled hair, exuding confidence and mystery.

Portrait of a Man (Portrait of Mark-Antoine Lumagne ?)

Anthony van Dyck

A vibrant bouquet of flowers emerges from a dark, decaying background, symbolizing beauty and decay.

The Nature as a Symbol of Vanitas

Abraham Mignon

A lively scene of monkeys dressed as gentlemen, engaging in activities like smoking and playing cards in a richly decorated room.

Tabakskollegium with monkeys

Abraham Teniers

Saint Catherine of Alexandria, depicted in a serene moment of triumph over her persecutors.

Sainte Catherine d'Alexandrie, par Bartolomé Esteban Murillo

Bartolomé Estebán Murillo

Portrait of Catharina Behaghel by Jacob Jordaens showcases a woman in a richly detailed dress.

Portrait of Catharina Behaghel

Jacob Jordaens

Christ on the Cross between the two criminals by Anthony van Dyck, depicting a dramatic Crucifixion scene.

Christ on the Cross between the two criminals

Anthony van Dyck

A pained patient grimaces as a doctor tends to his foot in a dimly lit interior filled with everyday objects.

The Foot Doctor

Adriaen Brouwer

A portrait of a man in a dark outfit with a white collar, set against a dark background.

Adriaen van Ostade

Frans Hals

Historical scene of merchants and soldiers in oil on canvas by Pauwels van Hillegaert

The disbanding of the ‘Waardgelders’ (Mercenaries in the Pay of the Town Government) by Prince Maurits on the Neude, Utrecht, 31 July 1618

Pauwels van Hillegaert

A vibrant still life featuring various flowers, fruits, and insects, showcasing intricate textures and colors.

Flowers and Fruit

Abraham Mignon

A still life composition featuring an abundance of fish, lobster, and crab spilling from a wicker basket.

fish-still-life

Abraham van Beyeren

A depiction of St. Thomas by Jacques Callot, showcasing intricate details and dramatic lighting.

St. Thomas

Jacques Callot

A young woman in a yellow jacket clasps a pearl necklace around her neck near a sunlit window with a yellow curtain pulled aside.

Young Woman with a Pearl Necklace (from 1663 until 1665)

Johannes Vermeer

Portrait of Wen Zhengming, silk medium, unknown artist, featuring intricate robe details and soft light

Portrait of Wen Zhengming

Unknown Artist

A lively depiction of a village wedding celebration.

The Village Wedding

Jan Steen

A depiction of Saint John the Baptist by Jacques Callot.

Saint John the Baptist

Jacques Callot

A self-portrait of Albert Edelfelt in 17th century costume.

Self-Portrait in 17th Century Costume

Albert Edelfelt

Portrait of a woman by Nicolaes Maes, oil on canvas, 17th century

Portrait of a Woman

Nicolaes Maes

Saint Jerome by Anthony van Dyck depicts the saint in deep contemplation.

Saint Jerome

Anthony van Dyck

A woman is seen scouring metalware in this vibrant genre scene by Jan Steen.

Woman scouring metalware

Jan Steen

Dutch merchant ships dominate a Mediterranean port, with animated figures in rowboats and a vibrant sky.

Dutch merchant ships in front of a Mediterranean port

Abraham Storck

Portrait of a woman in a ruff collar by Frans Hals, showcasing her individuality and status.

Portrait of a woman in a ruff collar

Frans Hals

A sheep stands alert in a tranquil landscape with a dramatic sky and grazing flock.

Paysage, moutons et chèvres Musée du Louvre

Adriaen van de Velde

A woman is depicted plucking a fowl, illuminated by golden light in a domestic setting.

Woman plucking a fowl

Rembrandt van Rijn

A portrait of an unknown woman with a calm gaze, illuminated against a dark background.

Portrait of an unknown woman

Godfried Schalcken

A lively scene depicting two characters, Razullo and Cucurucu, in a whimsical setting.

Razullo and Cucurucu

Jacques Callot

A lively depiction of two characters in a whimsical setting.

Cap. Cardoni and Maramao

Jacques Callot

Study of a Nude Man by Abraham Bloemaert, showcasing the human form in a contrapposto pose.

Study of a Nude Man

Abraham Bloemaert

Portrait of Jan Brueghel the Elder and his family by Peter Paul Rubens, depicting an intimate family scene.

Portrait of Jan Brueghel the Elder and his family

Peter Paul Rubens

La Grande Galerie du Louvre with the new door and tower by Abraham de Verwer, oil on canvas

La Grande Galerie du Louvre avec la porte Neuve et la tour de Bois

Abraham de Verwer

A lively gathering of figures enjoying a moment on a terrace.

Merry Company on a Terrace

Jan Steen

A lady in a richly embroidered dress holds a fan, gazing confidently at the viewer.

Portrait of a Lady Holding a Fan

Artemisia Gentileschi

Portrait of a woman, traditionally identified as Isabella Brant, by Peter Paul Rubens.

Portrait of a woman, traditionally identified as Isabella Brant

Peter Paul Rubens

Saint Rose of Lima by Bartolomé Estebán Murillo depicts the saint in serene contemplation.

Saint Rose of Lima

Bartolomé Estebán Murillo

Lute player in an interior, oil on panel by Judith Leyster

The Serenade

Judith Leyster

A peasant boy leans on a stone sill, gazing thoughtfully, captured in soft golden light.

A Peasant Boy leaning on a Sill

Bartolomé Estebán Murillo

A depiction of Mary cradling Christ's body in mourning, surrounded by John the Evangelist and Mary Magdalene.

The Lamentation

Anthony van Dyck

A portrait of an elderly woman in a black dress with white lace, painted by Frans Hals in 1643.

Portrait of Mrs. Bodolphe

Frans Hals

A serene depiction of the Holy Family engaged in domestic tasks.

House at Nazareth

Francisco de Zurbarán

A lively portrait of a boy holding a flute, painted by Frans Hals.

Head of a boy with a flute

Frans Hals

A seated woman gazes directly outward, illuminated softly against a shadowed background.

Portrait of a Woman Seated

Rembrandt van Rijn

A woman pours water for chickens in a farm courtyard, with a child and a dog nearby.

View of a Farm Courtyard

Abraham Bloemaert

Study for a portrait of a man by Frans Hals, showcasing loose brushwork and an intimate expression.

Study for a portrait of a man

Frans Hals

Etching by Wenceslaus Hollar depicting a lion with detailed fur.

Liggende leeuw

Wenceslaus Hollar

Portrait of a man, possibly Peter van Hecke, painted by Anthony van Dyck in 1630.

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

Anthony van Dyck

Etching by Wenceslaus Hollar depicting dancing figures at a tavern

Dansende boeren voor een herberg

Wenceslaus Hollar

A view of ancient columns by the water's edge with figures engaged in trade and ships in the background.

Capriccio of Leghorn (Livorno)

Abraham Storck

A chaotic scene of ships battling on stormy seas with Dutch flags flying amidst cannon smoke.

The Four Days' Battle, 1-4 June

Abraham Storck

A flotilla of Dutch whaling ships navigating icy waters with men in small boats hunting whales.

De walvisvloot van de Amsterdamse reder Gerrit Doornekroon-The Whaling Fleet of Gerrit Doornekroon, Shipowner of Amsterdam

Abraham Salm

A married couple depicted in a Baroque portrait by Anthony van Dyck.

A Married Couple

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Marie de Raet by Anthony van Dyck.

Marie de Raet

Anthony van Dyck

A bustling Dam Square in Amsterdam with the Old Weigh House under a luminous sky.

View of Dam Square, with the Old Weigh House

Abraham Storck

Frans Hals' Portrait of a Member of the Haarlem Civic Guard captures a moment in 17th-century Dutch history.

Portrait of a Member of the Haarlem Civic Guard

Frans Hals

The Circumcision of Christ by Peter Paul Rubens depicts the infant Christ's presentation at the temple.

The Circumcision of Christ

Peter Paul Rubens

A depiction of St. Simon by Jacques Callot showcasing intricate details and vibrant colors.

St. Simon

Jacques Callot

A portrait of George, Baron Goring, showcasing the elegance of Baroque portraiture.

Portrait Of George, Baron Goring (1608-1657)

Anthony van Dyck

A winter scene depicting townsfolk skating on a frozen river under a heavy sky.

Catwyck on the Rhine

Abraham Beerstraaten

A still life featuring rich fabrics, silverware, fruit, and flowers arranged on a table.

Sumptuous still life

Abraham van Beyeren

A shepherdess in a sunlit meadow holds a bowl of grapes, gazing gently at the viewer.

Shepherdess with a bowl of grapes

Abraham Bloemaert

A young woman daydreams in a serene interior setting.

The Daydreamer

Nicolaes Maes

Delicate lacework by Unknown Artist, medium lace, featuring intricate 17th-century Italian motifs.

Strook kloskant gemaakt naar Italiaanse voorbeeld uit de 17e eeuw

Unknown Artist

A historical painting depicting Admiral Michiel de Ruyter.

De Ruyter

Adolf Schrödter

Portrait of Ewoud Pietersz van der Horst, oil on canvas by Pieter van der Werff

Portrait of Ewoud Pietersz van der Horst, Director of the Rotterdam Chamber of the Dutch East India Company, elected 1618

Pieter van der Werff

A detailed etching of a Dutch maritime scene by Wenceslaus Hollar.

Naues Mercantoriæ Hollandicæ, vulgo VLIETEN

Wenceslaus Hollar

A serene depiction of the Holy Family with the Christ Child and Saint John.

The Holy Family with the Infant Saint John

Nicolas Poussin

A detailed etching of an English lady in winter costume by Wenceslaus Hollar.

English Lady in Winter Costume (The Winter habit of an English Gentlewoman)

Wenceslaus Hollar

A portrait of a judge in a black robe with a gold chain, painted by Anthony van Dyck in 1620.

Portrait of a Judge

Anthony van Dyck

A youthful angel with pale wings and a golden halo stands barefoot in white and mauve robes, holding a staff against a dark wooded landscape.

The Archangel Gabriel

Francisco de Zurbarán

Portrait of a man with prayer beads, paper by Muhammad `Ali

Man with Prayer Beads

Muhammad `Ali

Rembrandt's 'Jan Uytenbogaert' is a striking portrait showcasing the subject's thoughtful expression.

Jan Uytenbogaert

Rembrandt van Rijn

A woman in dark drapery gazes over her shoulder, poised to speak a prophecy.

Sibyl

Diego Velázquez

Samurai by Isawa Matabei, 17th century ukiyo-e on paper

Samurai

Isawa Matabei

A man in a gray cloak and wide-brim hat gazes directly at the viewer.

Portrait of a man in a gray cloak with wide brim hat

Frans Hals

A bearded man in voluminous white robes holds a gleaming knife, standing against a dark, warm brown background with subtle halo lighting.

Saint Bartholomew

El Greco

El Greco's painting of Saint Andrew, depicting the apostle holding a cross and gesturing in a spiritual pose.

Saint Andrew

El Greco

Portrait of Dorothea Berck by Frans Hals, showcasing a confident widow in a black gown.

Portrait of Dorothea Berck

Frans Hals

Portrait of Frans Post by Frans Hals, showcasing a relaxed and sociable demeanor.

Portrait of Frans Post

Frans Hals

Portrait of Isabella Coymans by Frans Hals, showcasing her individuality and affection.

Portrait of Isabella Coymans

Frans Hals

A young woman in a red jacket holds a wine glass, contemplating her surroundings.

The Girl with the Wine Glass

Johannes Vermeer

A depiction of a priest joining a bride and groom's hands in a classical setting.

The Sacrament of Marriage

Nicolas Poussin

A lively depiction of three figures sharing a moment of amusement, with smoke curling from a pipe.

The Smoker, or Three Heads

Frans Hals

Landschaft mit Hirten und gotischer Burgruine by Pieter Bout, oil painting depicting shepherds and a Gothic castle.

Landschaft mit Hirten und gotischer Burgruine

Pieter Bout

Portrait of Hubert du Hot by Anthony van Dyck, depicting a man in elegant attire with a lace collar.

Portrait of Hubert du Hot

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Jan van Montfort by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing the sitter's confident gaze and elegant attire.

Portrait of Jan van Montfort

Anthony van Dyck

Apostle Andrew gazes heavenward, gripping the cross of his martyrdom in a moment of contemplation.

The Apostle Andrew

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Doctor Juan Martínez Serrano by Francisco de Zurbarán, depicting a seated physician with a calm demeanor.

Portrait of Doctor Juan Martínez Serrano

Francisco de Zurbarán

A delicate drawing by François Boucher depicting a figure in motion, embodying the early Rococo style.

Drawing

François Boucher

A depiction of the Crucifixion, showcasing Christ's body on the cross with Mary Magdalene and the Virgin Mary in grief.

Crucifixion

Anthony van Dyck