Gortzius Geldorp Collection
Gortzius Geldorp, a renowned Dutch portrait painter of the 16th and early 17th centuries, captured the essence of his subjects with remarkable skill and precision
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Gortzius Geldorp, a renowned Dutch portrait painter of the 16th and early 17th centuries, captured the essence of his subjects with remarkable skill and precision. Born in Gualtero del Prado in 1535 and passing away in 1618, Geldorp's artistic legacy lives on through his captivating works. One notable piece by Geldorp is "Portrait Standing half-way" depicting Jean Fourmenois. Painted in 1590, this masterpiece showcases Fourmenois' elegance and poise as he stands confidently before the viewer. The attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, highlighting Geldorp's mastery of portraiture. In another striking work titled "Portrait Standing hip leaning, " Jeremias Boudinois takes center stage. This painting from 1610 captures Boudinois' relaxed yet dignified stance, showcasing Geldorp's ability to convey personality through his art. Geldorp also ventured into portraying children with finesse. In "Portrait child, " Catharina Fourmenois shines as a young girl full of innocence and curiosity. Her youthful charm radiates from the canvas, demonstrating Geldorp's versatility as an artist. The artist didn't limit himself to individuals alone; he also depicted groups such as siblings or families. In "A Sister b 1600 Catharina Fourmenois Portrait, " two sisters are portrayed side by side, their bond palpable even within a static image. Notably different from these portraits is "Sitting peasant woman" by Simon van de Passe after Gortzius Geldorp created it between 1605-1647. Here we see a departure from the aristocratic subjects typically associated with Geldorp’s work – instead capturing everyday life with equal grace and attention to detail. Throughout his career, Gortzius Geldorp painted numerous portraits for prominent figures like Lucretia del Prado (wife of Jeremias Boudinois) and Gualtero del Prado.