Order a print of An Amsterdam East Indiaman, Abraham de Verwer (attributed to), c. 1625 - c. 1650

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The greater part of the picture surface is taken up by a three-master, known as an East Indiaman, seen directly from astern. The ship’s prominence suggests that this is a portrait, but the lack of any truly distinctive elements makes it hard to identify. Hanging at the top of the mainmast is a Dutch flag, and the transom is adorned with the arms of Amsterdam. The town on the left is unidentifiable. The roofs of the houses by the quayside sparkling in the sunlight are attractively suggested with a few loose brushstrokes. The scene is very comparable to 16th- and 17th-century prints of ship types. One of those in a suite by Frans Huys after Pieter Brueghel the Elder shows a ship from virtually the same angle as in this Rijksmuseum scene, and on the left there is also a town beside the water.2 Neither the attribution nor the date of this painting is certain. De Verwer’s surviving oeuvre is small, and contains no truly comparable works. It was attributed to him immediately after its arrival in the Rijksmuseum in 1885, probably on the grounds of a general affinity with The Battle of the Zuider Zee (SK-A-603), which is both signed and dated. The panoramic view in that work probably indicates that it was painted earlier than this one. Comparison, however, is complicated by the fact that that painting is so much larger. One point worth noting is that the waves are depicted rather schematically. The painter rendered the foam with small white curls. However, this is not a distinguishing feature, as Vroom, Anthonisz and other early marine painters treated waves in the same way. The painting has a provenance that probably goes back to the 17th century, when it was in Amsterdam’s Oudezijdshuiszittenhuis, the offices of the local Poor Relief Board.3 Everhard Korthals Altes, 2007 See Bibliography and Rijksmuseum painting catalogues See Key to abbreviations and Acknowledgements This entry was published in J. Bikker (ed.), Dutch Paintings of the Seventeenth Century in the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam, I: Artists Born between 1570 and 1600, coll. cat. Amsterdam 2007, no. 311.

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a life shrouded in mystery, yet a brush that brought landscapes to life

abraham de verweer van burghstrate, a prominent figure in the dutch golden age, left an indelible mark on the world of art with his captivating cityscapes, landscapes, and seascapes. born in 1585 in haarlem, netherlands, and buried in amsterdam in 1650, van burghstrate's life is as intriguing as his art, with much of his early training and personal life remaining a mystery.

early life and training

while the identity of van burghstrate's mentor remains unknown, his wife's testament in haarlem in 1607 lists him as a 'schrijnwerker' or cabinet-maker. by 1614, he was recognized as a painter in an amsterdam estate inventory. this transformation from a cabinet-maker to a painter is a testament to the era's dynamic art scene.

artistic contributions

- the battle of the zuider zee, 6 october 1573, a monumental canvas depicting the victory of the sea beggars in 1573, showcases van burghstrate's mastery over historical and maritime themes. (view the painting on ArtsDot: the battle of the zuider zee) - view of hoorn, with its serene depiction of sailboats in a calm body of water, exemplifies van burghstrate's skill in capturing the essence of dutch landscapes. (explore more on ArtsDot: view of hoorn)

legacy and influence

van burghstrate's impact on the dutch golden age is undeniable. his emphasis on everyday life and detailed realism paved the way for future generations of artists, influencing the development of impressionism and realism.

notable works:
- the battle of the zuider zee
- view of hoorn
museums featuring his work:
- the dutch golden age art movement
- other notable museums and collections
artistic style: characterized by detailed realism, emphasis on everyday life, and mastery of light and shadow.

discover more about abraham de verweer van burghstrate's life and works on ArtsDot:abraham de verweer van burghstrate

abraham de verweer van burghstrate

1585 - 1650 , Netherlands

Quick Facts

Artistic Movement Or Style: Early Stuart
Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Hendrick Avercamp']
Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Sir Nathaniel Bacon']
Date Of Birth: c. 1539
Date Of Death: c. 1593
Full Name: John White
Nationality: English
Notable Artworks:
- Cookmaid with Still Life
- Roanoke Island Sketches
Place Of Birth: England

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An Amsterdam East Indiaman, Abraham de Verwer (attributed to), c. 1625 - c. 1650

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