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Portrait of Philippe de Montmorency, Count of Hoorn

Portrait of Philippe de Montmorency, Count of Hoorn, by Adriaen Thomasz. Key, oil, 1550
Portrait of Philippe de Montmorency, Count of Hoorn, by Adriaen Thomasz. Key, oil, 1550

Portrait of Philippe de Montmorency, Count of Hoorn is an oil painting by Adriaen Thomasz. Key. It dates from 1550 and is held in the collection of the Hamburger Kunsthalle.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Philippe de Montmorency, Count of Hoorn is an oil-on-panel painting created by Adriaen Thomasz. Key around 1550. It is now held in the Hamburger Kunsthalle.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Philippe de Montmorency, Count of Hoorn, a nobleman, dressed in an ornate black and gold garment with intricate designs. The subject's prominent beard and mustache are notable features.

Technique & Style

The painting employs chiaroscuro, with a dark background that highlights the subject's features and creates a sense of depth. The use of oil paint allows for detailed rendering of the subject's attire and facial features.

History & Provenance

Adriaen Thomasz. Key, trained in the workshop of Willem Key, produced this work, continuing the studio's tradition of portrait painting. Key's technical skill was recognized in his time and later influenced other artists.

Portrait of Philippe de Montmorency, Count of Hoorne, Admiral of the Netherlands, Member of the Council of State
Portrait of Philippe de Montmorency, Count of Hoorne, Admiral of the Netherlands, Member of the Council of State, Antonis Mor

Artist & collection

Portrait of Adriaen Thomasz. Key

Artist

Adriaen Thomasz. Key

Adriaen Thomasz. Key (c. 1544 in Antwerp – after 1589 in Antwerp) was a Flemish painter of portraits and religious paintings, a draughtsman and a printmaker. He worked for a while in the Antwerp workshop of the…

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Portrait of Philippe de Montmorency, Count of Hoorn?

Portrait of Philippe de Montmorency, Count of Hoorn was painted by Adriaen Thomasz. Key in 1550.

Where can I see Portrait of Philippe de Montmorency, Count of Hoorn?

Portrait of Philippe de Montmorency, Count of Hoorn is held by Hamburger Kunsthalle.