Wissing Collection

James II, 1935. King James II of England and VII of Scotland (1633-1701) became King of England, King of Scots, and King of Ireland from 6 February 1685

Portrait of a Woman, ca. 1687. Creator: Willem Wissing
Portrait of a Woman, ca. 1687

Mary II, 1935. Mary (1662-1694) came to the throne following the Glorious Revolution. Mary, a Protestant, ruled jointly with her husband William III, (1650-1702), also known as William of Orange

Portrait of Mary II of England (1662-1694), 1680s. Found in the collection of Paleis Het Loo, Apeldoorn

Prince George of Denmark and Norway, Duke of Cumberland (1653-1708), 1912. Artist: Willem Wissing
Prince George of Denmark and Norway, Duke of Cumberland (1653-1708), Prince consort of Queen Anne (1665-1714) of Great Britain. After a painting by William Wissing (1656-1687)

Prince George of Denmark, late 17th century (1906). George (1653-1708) was the Prince Consort of Queen Anne of Great Britain. A print from Queen Anne, by Herbert Paul, Goupil and Co, London, 1906

Willem Wissing
WILLEM WISSING Dutch artist Date: 1656 - 1687

Mrs Nott (Wissing)
MRS NOTT (or Knott) (nee Stanley) lady of the court of Charles II Date: CIRCA 1670

An Unknown Man, Probably the 9th Earl of Derby Signed, lower left: W. Wissing fecit
An Unknown Man, Probably the 9th Earl of Derby Signed, lower left: " W. Wissing fecit. C24", Willem Wissing, ca. 1656-1687, Dutch

Portrait of a Boy A Boy with a Spear and a Hound, Willem Wissing, ca. 1656-1687, Dutch

Mary of Modena Signed, center left: W. Wissing: fecit, Willem Wissing, ca
Mary of Modena Signed, center left: " W. Wissing: fecit", Willem Wissing, ca. 1656-1687, Dutch

Elizabeth Jones, Countess of Kildare Elizabeth, Countess of Kildare, as a Shepherdess Inscribed, bottom right: " The Countess of | Killdare", Willem Wissing, ca. 1656-1687, Dutch

MARY BEATRICE (1658-1718). Known as Mary of Modena. Queen of James II of England, Scotland, and Ireland. Oil on canvas, c1685, by William Wissing

DUKE OF MONMOUTH. James Scott, Duke of Monmouth (1649-1685). Claimant to English throne and leader of rebellion. Canvas after William Wissing, c1683

QUEEN ANNE OF ENGLAND (1665-1714). Queen of England, 1702-1714. Canvas, c1683, by William Wissing

Mary II (1662-1694), elder daughter of James II, queen of Great Britain and Ireland from 1689 as joint monarch with her husband William III. After portrait by William Wissing

Charles Ii / Wissing
CHARLES II British King 1660 - 1685 Head & shoulders portrait, 3/4 profile to right Date: 1630 - 1685

Charles Ii / Wissing
CHARLES II British King 1660 - 1685

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"Wissing: Capturing the Essence of Royalty and Beauty through Portraits" Step back in time to the 17th century as we explore the captivating world of Willem Wissing, a renowned Dutch portrait painter. Born in Amsterdam, Wissing's talent for capturing the essence of his subjects is evident in his masterpieces. One such masterpiece is "James II" from 1935. This striking portrait showcases King James II of England, exuding power and regality. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring this historical figure to life. Another notable work by Wissing is "Portrait of a Woman, " created around 1687. Through delicate brushstrokes, he immortalizes an unknown woman with grace and elegance, leaving us intrigued by her story. In "Mary II" (1935), we witness Queen Mary II of England portrayed with poise and dignity. Her piercing gaze reflects her strong character, making it clear why she was revered during her reign. Prince George of Denmark also found himself immortalized by Wissing's skillful hand. In both "Prince George of Denmark and Norway" (1912) and "Prince George of Denmark" (late 17th century), we see a man who exudes confidence and nobility. Wissing's ability to capture not only royalty but everyday individuals shines through in works like "Mrs Nott. " Though little may be known about her background, Wissing manages to convey her personality through subtle nuances in expression. The artist's versatility extends beyond human subjects; he also painted animals with great finesse. In "Portrait of a Boy, " a young boy stands proudly with his hound while holding a spear—a testament to Wissing's attention to detail even in depicting youthfulness. Among his most famous works is the stunning portrayal titled "Mary of Modena. " With meticulous precision, he captures every nuance on Mary's face—her beauty radiating from within.