Artwork
Prince Maurits Receiving a Russian Delegation in 1614
Prince Maurits Receiving a Russian Delegation in 1614 is an oil painting by the Orientalist artist Charles Rochussen. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
Overview
Prince Maurits Receiving a Russian Delegation in 1614 is an 1874 oil painting by Dutch artist Charles Rochussen, depicting a historical diplomatic encounter in a dimly lit, ornate hall.
Subject & Meaning
The painting captures the 1614 reception of a Russian delegation by Prince Maurits, Stadtholder of the Netherlands, highlighting a moment of international diplomacy and cultural exchange.
Technique & Style
Rochussen employed chiaroscuro to create a warm, yet worn atmosphere, emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow. The work aligns with the Orientalist movement, though its primary focus is on a European historical scene with foreign visitors.
History & Provenance
Created in 1874 by Charles Rochussen, from a family of artistic and scholarly pursuits, the painting is now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection.
Context
The scene unfolds in a grand, dimly lit hall with a long, green-clothed table, adorned with plates, cups, a coat of arms, and chandeliers, reflecting the opulence of 17th-century Dutch diplomatic settings.
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Artist
Charles Rochussen (1 August 1814 in Kralingen – 22 September 1894 in Rotterdam) was a Dutch illustrator and printmaker.
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