15 Attributed to Jan Claesz. Rietschoof (1652-1719)
This present lot depicts the Gouden Leeuw on the left of the fleet, the flagship of Admiral Cornelis Tromp (1629-1691), one of the most well-known naval commanders of the Dutch Republic and son of the famous Admiral Maarten Tromp (1598-1653). Cornelis Tromp played a prominent role during the first three conflicts of the Anglo-Dutch Wars (1652-1674), served under the famous Admiral Michiel de Ruyter (1607-1676), and later served in the Danish navy, achieving international recognition. The Gouden Leeuw, richly decorated and carrying the Dutch flag, functioned as both a military command vessel and as a symbol of Dutch maritime power. This large painting reflects Rietschoof’s characteristic style: a balanced and dynamic composition, a warm use of colours in the sky, and a sense of movement across the water and the breeze in the sails. The work captures the grandeur and strength of the Dutch maritime world of the 17th century, making it an example of Rietschoof’s atmospheric, engaging, and historically attractive art.
Flagship De Gouden Leeuw of Admiral Tromp lying at anchor, with a flag at the masthead, a dinghy in the foreground oil on canvas, 114x155 cm
€25,000 - €30,000
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