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Portrait of Maria of Orange with Hendrik van Zuijlestein and a Servant
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Portrait of Maria of Orange with Hendrik van Zuijlestein and a Servant
5672000 Portrait of Maria of Orange with Hendrik van Zuijlestein and a Servant, 1665 (oil on canvas) by Mytens or Mijtens, Jan (1614-70); 150x185.5 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague, The Netherlands; (add.info.: The court painter Jan Mijtens painted Princess Maria of Orange (1642-88) youngest daughter of stadholder Frederik Hendrik, Prince of Orange, for her future husband Louis Henry, Count Palatine of Simmern-Kaiserslautern (1640-74), so that he could see what she looked like.
She is with her illegitimate half-brother Hendrik van Zuijlestein (d. 1673)); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23272616
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Braid Dutch Golden Age Frederick Golden Age Orange Nassau Pearls Riding Habit Stadtholder Status Noble
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of Maria of Orange with Hendrik van Zuijlestein and a Servant" is a stunning example of the Dutch Golden Age. Painted by Jan Mijtens in 1665, it depicts Princess Maria of Orange, the youngest daughter of stadholder Frederik Hendrik, Prince of Orange. The purpose behind this exquisite artwork was to showcase Princess Maria's beauty to her future husband, Louis Henry, Count Palatine of Simmern-Kaiserslautern. Standing three-quarter length in an elegant riding habit adorned with lace and pearls, she exudes grace and sophistication. By her side stands her half-brother Hendrik van Zuijlestein, adding an intriguing element to the composition. The inclusion of a servant further emphasizes the princess's high social status and aristocratic upbringing. Set against a picturesque landscape backdrop with trees and horses grazing nearby, this painting captures both natural beauty and human elegance. It exemplifies the skillful technique employed during the Baroque period while showcasing Mijtens' talent as a court painter. Now housed at Mauritshuis in The Hague, Netherlands, this masterpiece offers us a glimpse into the opulent world of European nobility during that time. It serves as a testament to not only Princess Maria's allure but also to Mijtens' ability to capture his subjects' essence on canvas for generations to admire.
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