Mudee / Meyden / Larmessin
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GABRIEL VAN DER MUYDEN Flemish jurist
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1500 1560 Flemish Fringe Gabriel Jurist Larmessin Oval
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This oval portrait depicts Gabriel van der Muyden, a prominent Flemish jurist and scholar of the late 16th century. Born in Antwerp around 1500, van der Muyden studied law at the University of Louvain and went on to become a respected legal expert in the Spanish Netherlands. He was a member of the Council of Brabant and served as the president of the Great Council of Mechlin. Van der Muyden's distinguished career was marked by his extensive knowledge of Roman and canon law, as well as his expertise in the field of criminal law. He was a prolific writer and published several important works on legal topics, including "De crimine falso incusso" and "De crimine lese-majeste." The intricately detailed portrait, which dates from around 1560, showcases van der Muyden's refined and sophisticated appearance. He is depicted wearing a fur-trimmed robe and a velvet cap, signifying his high social status and legal authority. The artist has skillfully captured the subtle play of light and shadow on van der Muyden's face, revealing the deep lines and wrinkles that betray his age and wisdom. The portrait's ornate frame, with its intricate scrollwork and gilded accents, adds to the sense of grandeur and importance surrounding the subject. The use of a fringe along the bottom edge of the frame further enhances the visual appeal of the image, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication. This portrait of Gabriel van der Muyden offers a glimpse into the life of a remarkable Flemish jurist and scholar, whose contributions to the legal field continue to be studied and admired to this day. The intricately detailed image, with its rich historical context, is a testament to the artistic and intellectual achievements of the late Renaissance period in the Spanish Netherlands.
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