17th Century Paintings

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A ram and sheep in a serene rural setting, accompanied by chickens, with a focus on their gentle presence.

Sheep and ram

Adriaen van de Velde

A couple embraces in a park, observed by children, with classical sculptures in the background.

A Couple Making Love in a Park Spied on by Children

Adriaen van der Werff

A woman in a pink drapery and velvet gown cradles oranges, gazing calmly at the viewer.

Portrait of the Artist's Wife, Margareta Rees

Adriaen van der Werff

A family in a garden, with a father in a lilac robe, a mother in blue satin, and two children, one on a goat, amidst lush greenery.

Portrait of a Family in a Garden

Adriaen van der Werff

Three peasants at an inn, with a young man in a red cap toasting and a fiddler in a warm, earthy setting.

Three Peasants at an Inn

Adriaen van Ostade

A lively tavern scene depicting people enjoying music and drinks.

A Tavern Interior With People Drinking And Music-Making

Jan Steen

A man leans over a pipe, absorbed in thought, with a large hat and a simple table in a muted setting.

A Man Smoking

Adriaen van Ostade

A lively scene of men drinking in a barn, with one man in blue raising a cup in toast amidst laughter and camaraderie.

Boors Drinking in a Barn

Adriaen van Ostade

A chaotic scene of figures engaged in a brawl, with a man recoiling and a woman holding a weapon amidst the tumult.

Brawl

Adriaen van Ostade

A woman wearing a white lace-edged linen cap and a broad starched ruff gazes outward against a dark background.

Portrait of Maertgen van Bilderbeecq

Rembrandt van Rijn

A lively tavern scene with peasants gathered around a wooden table, engaged in conversation and card games.

7 Peasants in a Tavern

Adriaen van Ostade

Portrait of a man with a ruff, oil on canvas by Follower of Anthony van Dyck

Man with a Ruff

Follower of Anthony van Dyck

Marie de' Medici sits in a black gown holding pink and red roses, with a small dog at her feet, a golden crown nearby, and a cityscape behind her.

Portrait of Marie de' Medici

Anthony van Dyck

A fiddler plays music at a lively gathering, captivating the audience of men, women, and children.

The Fiddler

Adriaen van Ostade

Artemisia Gentileschi's 'Penitent Mary Magdalene' depicts a moment of emotional repentance.

Penitent Mary Magdalene

Artemisia Gentileschi

A portrait of a boy with a steady gaze, wearing a broad hat, illuminated softly to highlight his youthful features.

Portrait of a boy

Adriaen van Ostade

An old woman gutting herring on her doorstep, engaged in conversation with a man holding a walking stick.

A woman gutting herring in front of her house

Adriaen van Ostade

A young woman cleaning fish in a courtyard, with a cat nearby and household tools hanging on the wall.

A housewife cleaning fish in a courtyard

Adriaen van Ostade

Two figures share a confidential moment, illuminated by warm light, with a table set with a glass, a jug, and a waffle.

A confidential chat

Adriaen van Ostade

A heavy-lidded man at his desk, absorbed in papers with spectacles, surrounded by clutter and shadows.

Lawyer at his Desk

Adriaen van Ostade

A man in an open shirt leans out of a half-door, blowing a horn, with a basket of grapevines beside him.

A baker blowing his horn

Adriaen van Ostade

A chaotic battle scene featuring rearing horses and twisting riders amidst smoke and movement.

A Cavalry Engagement

Adam Frans van der Meulen

A character study of an elderly man facing right, illuminated by a single shaft of light, revealing his weary expression.

Character Head of a Man (Facing Right)

Adriaen van Ostade

A quiet cottage interior with a man and woman engaged in companionship, illuminated by warm daylight.

Interior of a Cottage

Adriaen van Ostade

A young boy with tousled hair holds a flute, captured mid-note in a lively expression.

Boy with Flute

Frans Hals

A mother holds a child in her arms, leaning towards a spoon as adults gather around, their faces showing amusement.

Interior of a Peasant's Cottage with a Child about to be Fed

Adriaen van Ostade

A portrait of an old man with a direct gaze and a knowing smile, seated in a carved chair amidst shadows.

Jan Lutma

Rembrandt van Rijn

A detailed portrait of a woman with lace and pearls, her expression reserved yet engaging.

Portrait of Petronella Buys

Rembrandt van Rijn

A serene landscape featuring a shepherdess and a young man beside an ox, with dappled trees and distant cliffs.

Landscape with cattle and shepherds

Abraham Jansz. Begeyn

A portrait of a lady in a black silk gown with a fan, painted by Anthony van Dyck.

Portrait of a Lady, circa 1618-

Anthony van Dyck

A lively tavern scene with a man in blue falling backward and others engaged in conversation.

Inn Scene

Adriaen van Ostade

Three figures in a shadowed attic enjoying music and laughter, surrounded by rustic wooden beams and jugs.

Sense of Hearing

Adriaen van Ostade

A dramatic depiction of ships amidst smoke and flames under a vast cloud-filled sky.

Destruction of the Soleil Royal at the Battle of La Hogue, 23 May

Adriaen van Diest

A close-up portrait of a man with curled hair and gold embroidery, gazing directly at the viewer.

Portrait of Johan Versijden Iz.

Adriaen van der Werff

A portrait of a man by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing direct gaze and elegant attire.

Portrait of a Man, ca. 1620-

Anthony van Dyck

A seascape featuring ships with pale sails against a vast sky and a restless sea.

Seascape with Shipping

Abraham de Verwer

An alchemist engrossed in his work, surrounded by clutter and a warm glow from a furnace.

The Alchemist

Adriaen van Ostade

A man focused on trimming his quill, captured in a moment of quiet concentration.

Portrait of a Man Trimming his Quill

Rembrandt van Rijn

Portrait of a man with long hair and a mustache by Frans Hals.

Portrait of a man with long hair and a mustache

Frans Hals

Portrait of Richard Weston, Earl of Portland by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing his dignified presence.

Portrait of Richard Weston, Earl of Portland

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of a seated woman with a book by Frans Hals, showcasing her introspective gaze and modest attire.

Portrait of a seated woman with a book

Frans Hals

Portrait of a Widow by Nicolaes Maes depicts a somber woman in a dark dress.

Portrait of a Widow

Nicolaes Maes

Portrait of a woman by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her steady gaze and elegant attire.

Portrait of a Woman

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of a woman holding gloves, painted by Rembrandt van Rijn in 1632.

Portrait of a Woman holding Gloves

Rembrandt van Rijn

A portrait of a woman with gloves, showcasing her composed expression and elegant attire.

Portrait of a woman with gloves

Frans Hals

Portrait of an Unknown 'Schepen' by Anthony van Dyck, depicting a Brussels magistrate in formal attire.

Portrait of an Unknown 'Schepen' (Brussels magistrate)

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Jan Willemsz van der Pluym by Rembrandt van Rijn, showcasing a contemplative gaze.

Portrait of Jan Willemsz van der Pluym

Rembrandt van Rijn

A dramatic scene of a crowd beneath an archway, with figures expressing awe and grief, highlighted by shafts of sunlight.

The Horatii Entering Rome

Adriaen van Stalbemt

This painting depicts St. Mary of the Snows with a serene expression, surrounded by clouds.

St. Mary of the Snows. 4 August

Jacques Callot

Portrait of Elisabeth van Assche by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her elegance and individuality.

Portrait of Elisabeth van Assche, Justus van Meerstraeten's wife

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Frances Stuart Portland by Anthony van Dyck, capturing her beauty and elegance.

Portrait of Frances Stuart Portland

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Hypolite de Male by Peter Paul Rubens, showcasing her dignified presence and rich attire.

Portrait of Hypolite de Male (?-?), wife of Henri de Vicq, seigneur de Meulevelt (1573-1651)

Peter Paul Rubens

St. Francis of Assisi kneeling in prayer, illuminated by divine light.

St Francis of Assisi at Prayer

Bartolomé Estebán Murillo

Bust-length portrait of a man with dark curling hair and a white lace collar against a shadowed brown background.

Portrait of Willem Burggraeff, husband of Maertgen van Bilderbeecq

Rembrandt van Rijn

A mother offers a spoonful to her child in a cluttered kitchen illuminated by light.

A kitchen interior with a mother and child

Adriaen van Ostade

A dignified portrait of Maria Bosschaert, wife of Adriaen Stevens, by Anthony van Dyck.

Portrait of Maria Bosschaert, wife of Adriaen Stevens

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Marques de Mirabel by Anthony van Dyck showcases the elegance of Baroque portraiture.

Portrait of Marques de Mirabel

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Sir John Lambert by Anthony van Dyck, 1639, showcasing the sitter's dignified presence.

Portrait of Sir John Lambert

Anthony van Dyck

Two peasants converse with their animals near ruined arches, illuminated by late afternoon light.

Peasants with Cattle by a Ruin

Abraham Jansz. Begeyn

A lively genre scene depicting a procuress and her clients.

The Procuress

Jan Steen

Portrait of Theodore Turquet de Mayerne by Peter Paul Rubens, depicting the eminent physician in a dignified manner.

Portrait of Theodore Turquet de Mayerne

Peter Paul Rubens

Portrait of Isabella of Austria by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her authority and elegance.

Isabella of Austria ( 1566-1633 )

Anthony van Dyck

A peasant family gathered around a table beside a warm hearth, with a dog resting in the shadows.

Peasant Family and a Dog beside a Hearth

Adriaen van Ostade

A still life featuring a wedge of pâté, peaches, grapes, and a half-peeled lemon on a table.

Still life with pâté.

Abraham Van Calraet

A richly dressed boy gazes directly at the viewer, adorned in luxurious clothing with gold embroidery and a feathered cap.

Richly-dressed Boy

Rembrandt van Rijn

Portrait of Robert Hopton by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing his wealth and political status.

Robert Hopton (c.1575–1638), MP for Shaftesbury (1604–1610), MP for Somerset

Anthony van Dyck

The Virgin Mary in a radiant robe sits in a forest clearing, surrounded by lush greenery and flowers.

La vierge dans une forêt - Abraham Govaerts - MBA Dijon

Abraham Govaerts

A lively scene of peasants dancing in a rural landscape, linked by hands, with a bagpiper and warm earthy colors.

Peasants Dancing

Abel Grimmer

Rembrandt's portrait of Lieven Willemsz van Coppenol captures the essence of 17th-century Dutch society.

Lieven Willemsz van Coppenol

Rembrandt van Rijn

Portrait of a woman on parchment by Unknown Artist

Portret van een vrouw

Unknown Artist

A woman in a blue satin gown with pearl necklace and earrings stands three-quarter view, with a stone urn and dark drapery behind her.

Portrait of Anne Carr, Lady Russell

Anthony van Dyck

The Madonna with the Christ Child, accompanied by John the Baptist and another child, embodies themes of care and charity.

The Madonna with the Christ Child, with the infant John the Baptist and another Child (Caritas)

Abraham Bloemaert

A man in a red robe sits on a terrace listening to a standing woman, with another seated woman at his feet, surrounded by animals, fruit, and a landscape.

Christ in the House of Martha and Mary

Peter Paul Rubens

Portrait of Sir Kenelm Digby by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing his introspective gaze and rich attire.

Sir Kenelm Digby (1603–1665)

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Daniel Nijs by Peter Paul Rubens, depicting a merchant in dark clothing.

Portrait of Daniel Nijs

Peter Paul Rubens

A depiction of St. Andrew, showcasing intricate details and rich colors.

St. Andrew Apostle and Martyr. 30 November

Jacques Callot

A saint woman collapses as an executioner raises his sword, with a dove hovering above in a shaft of light.

Sketch for a Decapitation of a Saint Woman (St. Catherine?)

Abraham Jansz. van Diepenbeeck

A Baroque landscape painting featuring a man leaning on a bale.

Landscape with a Man Leaning on a Bale

Guercino

A study of a bearded man with a thoughtful expression, painted by Peter Paul Rubens.

Study of the Head of a Bearded Man

Peter Paul Rubens

Portrait of a young man with a beard and skullcap, painted by Rembrandt van Rijn in 1663.

Portrait of a Young Man with Beard and Skullcap

Rembrandt van Rijn

A Mediterranean harbor scene with figures unloading cargo, featuring sails and a domed church in the background.

A Mediterranean harbor with figures unloading cargo

Abraham Storck

A serene churchyard by the water, surrounded by trees, with figures and a boat in a tranquil landscape.

Churchyard at the Waterside

Antonie Waterloo

A silver jug, peeled lemon rind, a half-open pocket watch, and pomegranate seeds on a richly patterned cloth.

Still life with a silver jug.

Abraham van Beyeren

Peasant with his hands behind his back, etching by Rembrandt van Rijn

Peasant with his hands behind his back

Rembrandt van Rijn

Two small figures pause at a gate in a dense, wooded landscape.

Two Men at a Gate

Antonie Waterloo

A striking portrait of a man facing right by Guercino.

Bust of a Man Facing Right

Guercino

A heap of sea creatures sprawls across a wooden table, illuminated by faint light, showcasing their scales and shells.

Étal de poissons - Abraham van Beyeren - PBAL P 301

Abraham van Beyeren

A flotilla of Dutch ships at anchor before a port under a shifting sky.

A Whaler and other Ships at Anchor before a Port

Abraham Storck

Two ships emerge from a grey sea, with precise rigging and hulls contrasting against the restless water.

Adriaen Cornelisz (van der) Salm Linieschip en boeier P1203 Maritime Museum Rotterdam

Abraham Salm

A grand ship in a bustling harbor with figures engaged in maritime trade and labor.

Seaport

Abraham Storck