1630
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art
Dominant colour
Portrait of Lucas Vorsterman the Elder is a 1630 oil by Anthony van Dyck, a Flemish Baroque painting work, held at National Museum of Ancient Art.
This portrait depicts a man with a prominent mustache and beard, gazing directly at the viewer. He wears a dark jacket over a white shirt, with the collar visible at the neckline. The man's attire and hairstyle suggest a style from the early 17th century. The artist has used a somber color palette, with the subject set against a dark background that helps to accentuate his features. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, you might want to explore the works of Anthony van Dyck.
Sir Anthony van Dyck (; Dutch: Antoon van Dijck ; 22 March 1599 – 9 December 1641) was a Flemish Baroque artist, who became the leading court painter in England after success in the Spanish Netherlands and Italy.
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