A Dutch Family Group (Portrait of a Man, Woman and Two Girls)
1633
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1633
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This painting shows a family of four standing together in front of a tree. The man wears a black hat and coat, while the woman and two girls are dressed in dark clothing with white collars. The background features a body of water with a boat in the distance. The family is posed in a formal manner, with the man standing tall and the woman and girls arranged around him. The tree behind them adds a sense of depth to the composition. The painting is a great example of the work of Jan Daemen Cool, who was known for his portraits of wealthy families.
