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The Governors of the Guild of Saint Luke, Haarlem, 1675 (oil on canvas)
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The Governors of the Guild of Saint Luke, Haarlem, 1675 (oil on canvas)
XOS3058081 The Governors of the Guild of Saint Luke, Haarlem, 1675 (oil on canvas) by Bray, Jan de (c.1626-97); 130x184 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: From left to right: Wouter Knyff, Jan de Bray, Mulraet Gerrit Jan Golingh, Jan Claesz Marselis, Dirck de Bray and Jan de Jongh. Silversmith Mulraet holds in his hand a plaque with a picture of St Luke.
The Guild of Saint Luke (after the patron saint of artists) was the most common name for a city guild of painters and other artists in early modern Europe, especially the Low Countries. ); Dutch, out of copyright
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The Governors of the Guild of Saint Luke, Haarlem, 1675
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is a captivating oil painting that captures the essence of artistic camaraderie and leadership in the Golden Age. Painted by Jan de Bray, this masterpiece showcases six prominent figures from the guild standing proudly side by side. From left to right, we see Wouter Knyff, Jan de Bray himself, Mulraet Gerrit Jan Golingh, Jan Claesz Marselis, Dirck de Bray (Jan's brother), and Jan de Jongh. Each governor exudes confidence and authority as they represent their craft with dignity. Notably, silversmith Mulraet holds a plaque adorned with an image of St. Luke - the patron saint of artists. This symbolic gesture emphasizes the importance of spirituality within their creative endeavors. The Guild of Saint Luke was a prestigious association for painters and other artists during early modern Europe. It served as a platform for collaboration and professional growth among craftsmen in Haarlem. This painting serves as both a portrait and a testament to their unity. With its meticulous attention to detail and vibrant colors typical of Dutch artistry during this period, "The Governors" transports us back to an era where art flourished under skilled hands. Preserved at Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam today, it continues to inspire generations with its depiction of talent united under one purpose - celebrating creativity in all its forms.
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