Who painted Johan Arnold Zoutman (1724-93), Vice Admiral?

Johan Arnold Zoutman (1724-93), Vice Admiral was painted by August Christian Hauck in 1770.

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Johan Arnold Zoutman (1724-93), Vice Admiral is held by Rijksmuseum.

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Johan Arnold Zoutman (1724-93), Vice Admiral is associated with Rococo painting.

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Artwork

Johan Arnold Zoutman (1724-93), Vice Admiral

August Christian Hauck , 1770

Johan Arnold Zoutman (1724-93), Vice Admiral is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist August Christian Hauck. It dates from 1770 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum. The work is a half‑length portrait of Johan Arnold Zoutman (1724‑1793), who held the rank of vice admiral in the Dutch navy.

About this work

Overview

The work is a half‑length portrait of Johan Arnold Zoutman (1724‑1793), who held the rank of vice admiral in the Dutch navy. He is depicted in a blue naval uniform, his right hand grasping a rolled document that appears to contain a sketch of ships near a coastline.

Subject & Meaning

Zoutman’s pose, with the rolled paper, emphasizes his maritime command and achievements. The inclusion of a ship drawing within the portrait serves as a visual reference to his naval career, highlighting his association with fleet operations without requiring a separate narrative scene.

Technique & Style

The artist employs a trompe‑léil effect, painting the rolled paper to mimic a genuine drawing, thereby creating an illusion of depth. Subtle contrasts of light and shadow across the figure and background demonstrate a careful use of chiaroscuro, enhancing the three‑dimensional presence of the subject.

History & Provenance

The portrait forms a pendant to another work catalogued as SK‑A‑633, indicating it was likely intended as a paired composition. Its provenance traces back to the Dutch naval collections, where it has been documented as part of the visual record of notable officers.

Context

Created in the late 18th century, the painting reflects contemporary Dutch portrait conventions for military figures, where symbols of rank and professional achievements are integrated into the sitter’s representation. Such portraits functioned both as personal commemoration and as public affirmation of naval authority.