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An Unidentified Historical Subject, 1815-1830. Creator: Mathieu Van Brée
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An Unidentified Historical Subject, 1815-1830. Creator: Mathieu Van Brée
An Unidentified Historical Subject, 1815-1830
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Belgian Bree Mathieu Ignace Van Bree Mathieu Van Bree Mattheus Ignatius Van Class Eighty Years War Garland Head Of State High Society Mathieu Ignace Van Bree Mathieu Van Bree Mattheus Ignatius Van Bree Neo Classical Neo Classicism Neoclassical Orange Nassau Orange Nassau Prince William Of Orange William Ii Prince Of Presentation Prince Of Orange Prince William Of Orange Nassau Reception Royal Family Social Class Stadtholder Van Bree Mathieu Van Bree Mathieu Ignace Willem Ii William Ii William Ii Prince Of Orange
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This full-length portrait, created by the renowned Belgian artist Mathieu Van Brée between 1815 and 1830, showcases an unidentified historical subject adorned with a garland of flowers. The subject, dressed in the elegant attire of high society during the 19th century, is presented against a neutral background, allowing the intricate details of the garland and the subject's attire to take center stage. Mathieu Van Brée, a prominent figure in Neoclassical art, masterfully employed the use of oil on panel to capture the rich colors and textures of the flowers and the subject's clothing. The Neoclassical artistic movement, which emphasized the ideals of ancient Greek and Roman art, is evident in the composition, with the subject's regal pose and the use of natural elements. The location of the painting is indoors, suggesting a formal presentation or a portrait meant for display in a museum or private collection. The subject's attire, reminiscent of the Dutch and Belgian aristocracy, adds to the historical significance of the artwork. The presence of the orange flower in the garland is a nod to the House of Orange-Nassau, a powerful European dynasty during the Eighty Years' War. This beautiful portrait, with its timeless appeal and historical significance, offers a glimpse into the past and the rich cultural heritage of the Low Countries during the 19th century.
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