Artwork
Prince Charles Louis of the Palatinate with his Tutor Wolrad von Plessen in Historical Dress
Prince Charles Louis of the Palatinate with his Tutor Wolrad von Plessen in Historical Dress is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jan Lievens. It dates from 1631 and is held in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum.
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Overview
The painting 'Prince Charles Louis of the Palatinate with his Tutor Wolrad von Plessen in Historical Dress' is an oil on canvas work created by Jan Lievens in 1631. It is currently part of the J. Paul Getty Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Prince Charles Louis of the Palatinate, a young boy, and his tutor Wolrad von Plessen, dressed in elaborate historical attire, conveying a sense of formality and solemnity.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Lievens' skill in capturing the subjects' formal attire and expressions, set against a dark background, a style influenced by his training under Pieter Lastman alongside Rembrandt.
History & Provenance
Jan Lievens, trained in Amsterdam, produced this painting in 1631, a year that marked the end of his shared studio period with Rembrandt.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Lievens (24 October 1607 – 4 June 1674) was a Dutch Golden Age painter who was associated with his close contemporary Rembrandt, a year older, in the early parts of their careers.
