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Peter Makeléer, 1644-1697, 1675. Creator: Richard Sylvius
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Peter Makeléer, 1644-1697, 1675. Creator: Richard Sylvius
Peter Makeleer, 1644-1697, 1675
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Breastplate Chest Plate Chin Colonel Commandant Commander Distrust Distrustful Double Chin Hand On Hip Historic Figure Historical Person Mustache Pencil Moustache Suspicion Suspicious Command Staff National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Posture Stockholm National Museum
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This striking oil on canvas portrait, painted by the renowned Dutch artist Richard Sylvius in 1675, captures the intense gaze and distrustful demeanor of Peter Makeléer (1644-1697). Makeléer, a Swedish colonel and commandant, is depicted in full military regalia, including a breastplate and chinstrap, with a double chin, pencil moustache, and long wig. His hand rests on his hip, adding to the sense of command and authority. The rich colors and intricate details of the painting showcase the artistic mastery of Sylvius, who expertly rendered the textures of the colonel's armor and the subtle shadows on his face. The colonel's posture and piercing stare suggest a deep sense of suspicion or distrust, perhaps reflecting the political tensions and complexities of the seventeenth century. This powerful portrait, now housed in the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, offers a glimpse into the heritage and history of military leadership during this period, and serves as a testament to the enduring allure of historical art.
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