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Civic Guard of the III District of Amsterdam, under the Command of Captain Allaert Cloeck
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Civic Guard of the III District of Amsterdam, under the Command of Captain Allaert Cloeck
3545944 Civic Guard of the III District of Amsterdam, under the Command of Captain Allaert Cloeck and Lieutenant Lucas Jacobsz Rotgans, 1632 (oil on canvas) by Keyser, Thomas de (1596/7-1667); 220x351 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22443948
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Amsterdam Banner Citizens City Guard Civic Guard Commander Company Dutch Golden Age Golden Age Group Portrait Guards Guardsmen Guild Halberd Militia Officers Swords Volunteers Schutterij
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This print showcases the "Civic Guard of the III District of Amsterdam, under the Command of Captain Allaert Cloeck and Lieutenant Lucas Jacobsz Rotgans" painted by Thomas de Keyser in 1632. The painting, measuring an impressive 220x351 cm, is housed in the renowned Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The artwork depicts a group portrait of men proudly standing together as members of the civic guard. Dressed in their distinctive uniforms adorned with swords and halberds, these guardsmen exude strength and authority. Their guild banner serves as a symbol of unity and purpose. Painted during the Dutch Golden Age, this baroque masterpiece reflects not only artistic excellence but also highlights an important aspect of Dutch society at that time - citizen participation in defense forces. These volunteers formed city guards to protect their towns from external threats. Captain Allaert Cloeck and Lieutenant Lucas Jacobsz Rotgans command attention at the forefront of this composition. Their leadership qualities are evident through their confident postures and commanding gazes. Keyser's meticulous attention to detail brings each individual soldier to life while capturing a sense of camaraderie within the group portrait. This painting stands as a testament to both artistic skill and historical significance. As we admire this remarkable print from Fine Art Finder, we are transported back to a time when citizens took pride in safeguarding their communities during one of Europe's most prosperous eras - the Dutch Golden Age.
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