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Choir of the Nieuwe Kerk in Delft with the tomb of William the Silent

Gerard Houckgeest

1651

oil

panel

From the collection of Mauritshuis

Dutch Golden Age Baroque Religious Tomb of William the Silent

Dominant colour

Choir of the Nieuwe Kerk in Delft with the tomb of William the Silent is a 1651 oil by Gerard Houckgeest, a Dutch Golden Age work, depicting Tomb of William the Silent, held at Mauritshuis.

Who painted this?: Gerard Houckgeest
When & what style?: 1651 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?: Mauritshuis

About this work

This painting shows the interior of a grand church, with a checkered floor and tall, white columns supporting arches that stretch up to the vaulted ceiling. The walls are adorned with large windows, and the atmosphere is one of solemnity. In the foreground, a group of people are gathered near a tomb, which is the focal point of the painting. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and volume, with strong contrasts between light and dark. The painting is a beautiful example of Dutch Golden Age art, and it invites the viewer to explore the world of Gerard Houckgeest.