Schalcken Collection

Woman with Candle, late 1660s. Artist: Godfried Schalcken
Woman with Candle, late 1660s. From the Pitti Palace Gallery, Florence, Italy

Self-portrait (detail), before 1706 (oil on canvas)
5938112 Self-portrait (detail), before 1706 (oil on canvas) by Schalcken, Godfried (1643-1706); 61.3x49.8 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Dutch

Self portrait, before 1706 (oil on canvas)
5938225 Self portrait, before 1706 (oil on canvas) by Schalcken, Godfried (1643-1706); 61.3x49.8 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Dutch, out of copyright

Cephalus and Procris, probably 1680s. Creator: Godfried Schalcken
Cephalus and Procris, probably 1680s

Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out, c1840. Creator: George Presbury
Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out, c1840. Biblical scene, from Matthew 25: 8, The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins: And the foolish said to the wise, Give us of your oil

Self-Portrait, 1679. Creator: Schalcken, Godfried Cornelisz (1643-1706)
Self-Portrait, 1679. Found in the Collection of Liechtenstein Museum

Portrait of William III of Orange (1650-1702). Artist: Schalcken, Godfried Cornelisz (1643-1706)
Portrait of William III of Orange (1650-1702). Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Rembrandt Laughing, 1658. Artist: Schalcken, Godfried Cornelisz (1643-1706)
Rembrandt Laughing, 1658. Private Collection

Allegory of Virtue and Riches, ca. 1665-1667. Artist: Schalcken, Godfried Cornelisz (1643-1706)
Allegory of Virtue and Riches, ca. 1665-1667. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

A Woman singing and a Man with a Cittern, ca. 1665-1667. Artist: Schalcken, Godfried Cornelisz (1643-1706)
A Woman singing and a Man with a Cittern, ca. 1665-1667. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Young Woman Holding a Candle in a Bedchamber, 1690-1715. 1690-1715
Young Woman Holding a Candle in a Bedchamber, 1690-1715

Godfried Schalcken
GODFRIED SCHALCKEN Dutch artist who specialised in candelit scenes Date: 1643 - 1706

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GODFRIED SCHALCKEN Dutch artist who specialised in candelit scenes Date: 1643 - 1706

Young Woman Holding Candle Bedchamber n. d Mezzotint
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John Smith after Godfried Schalcken (English, probably 1652 - 1742), Godfried Schalcken, c. 1694, mezzotint on laid paper

Portrait of Gerard Dou, print maker: Godfried Schalcken, 1660 - 1680

PARABLE OF VIRGINS. Give us your oil, for our lamps are gone out. The parable of five wise and five foolish virgins (Matthew 25: 1-13)

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Godfried Schalcken was a Dutch painter known for his captivating candlelit scenes and exquisite portraits. In his artwork, he skillfully captured the play of light and shadow, creating an atmosphere of mystery and intimacy. One of his notable works is "Woman with Candle, " painted in the late 1660s. This masterpiece showcases Schalcken's mastery in capturing the delicate glow of a candle illuminating a woman's face. The soft light emphasizes her features, adding depth to her expression. In his self-portraits, such as the one before 1706, Schalcken reveals himself as a talented artist with a keen eye for detail. His meticulous brushwork brings out every nuance in his own likeness, showcasing both his technical skills and introspective nature. It also ventured into mythological subjects like "Cephalus and Procris" from the 1680s. Here, he depicts their tragic love story with great sensitivity and emotion. Through careful composition and use of color, he transports viewers into this ancient tale. Another intriguing piece by Schalcken is "Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out" by George Presbury around 1840. Inspired by Schalcken's style, this painting portrays figures gathered around dimly lit candles seeking illumination - symbolizing spiritual enlightenment or guidance during dark times. His portrait paintings were equally remarkable; one example being "Portrait of William III of Orange. " With meticulous attention to detail, Schalcken captures not only the physical likeness but also conveys regality through subtle gestures and expressions. Schalcken even depicted famous artists like Rembrandt Laughing in 1658. This work demonstrates his admiration for Rembrandt while showcasing his ability to capture emotions through portraiture. Furthermore, allegorical pieces like "Allegory of Virtue and Riches" reveal deeper meanings within seemingly simple compositions.