Cornelis De Lyon Collection
Cornelis de Lyon, a renowned artist of the 16th century, left behind an impressive body of work that captured the essence and beauty of his subjects
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Cornelis de Lyon, a renowned artist of the 16th century, left behind an impressive body of work that captured the essence and beauty of his subjects. In his portrait titled "Portrait of a Man, " created around 1550-60, De Lyon skillfully portrays the man's enigmatic gaze and intricate details in his attire. Another notable piece by De Lyon is "Portrait of Louise de Halluin, dame de Cipierre, " painted circa 1555. This captivating portrait showcases Louise's elegance and grace through her regal pose and exquisite clothing. De Lyon's talent for capturing individuality shines through in his painting from c. 1536-1540 simply titled "Portrait of a Man. " The subject's intense expression reflects both strength and vulnerability, leaving viewers intrigued by his story. While some works are attributed to unknown creators like the mysterious "Portrait of a Widow" or the intriguing "Portrait of a Dwarf, " it is evident that these pieces were influenced by De Lyon's style with their meticulous attention to detail. One cannot overlook De Lyon's ability to portray influential figures such as Anne de Pisseleu (1508-1576), Duchesse d'Etampes. Painted between 1535-40, this portrait captures Anne's allure and power as one can almost sense her commanding presence. In another masterpiece entitled "Charles de Cosse (1506-1563), Comte de Brissac, " De Lyon immortalizes Charles' nobility with precision brushstrokes that emphasize every intricate detail on his face and attire. De Lyon was not limited to depicting only men; he also showcased women like Jean d'Albon de Saint-Andre (1472-1549) in all their glory. Through careful brushwork, he brings out Jean's inner strength while highlighting her refined features. The artist further displays his versatility with portraits such as "Portrait of a Bearded Man in White" and "Portrait of a Man with a Gold Chain.