Portrait of Jacques della Faille (1525-1597)
1569
oil
From the collection of Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
1569
oil
From the collection of Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
This portrait painting features a man with a long, dark beard and mustache, wearing a dark-colored hat and attire. He is seated, with his hands resting on a table or ledge in front of him. The man's gaze is directed straight ahead, and he appears to be holding an object in his right hand. The painting's background is a muted, dark color, which helps to draw attention to the subject. The overall atmosphere of the painting is somber and contemplative, with the subject's serious expression contributing to this mood. To learn more about the artist behind this portrait, explore the works of Cornelis de Zeeuw.
