An artwork on Galleree from The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About the artwork
Lucas van Uffel (died 1637)Anthony van Dyck
Flemish, Antwerp 1599–1641 London
ca. 1622
49 x 39 5/8 in. (124.5 x 100.6 cm)
Painting
Oil on canvas
European Paintings
Bequest of Benjamin Altman, 1913
In this striking portrait by Anthony van Dyck, we meet Lucas van Uffel, a man captured in a moment of quiet contemplation. The rich colors and dramatic light draw our eyes to van Uffel’s thoughtful gaze and poised demeanor.
He sits slightly turned, suggesting both openness and a hint of mystery. The elaborate detailing of his dark clothing contrasts beautifully with the warm tones of the fabric beneath him. The globe and the lion set beside him hint at knowledge and strength, telling us he was a man of importance and perhaps traveled widely.
Each brushstroke reveals van Dyck’s mastery, as he brings life to the textures of the fabric and the subtle play of light across Lucas’s face. This isn’t just a portrait; it's a window into the mind of a man reflecting on his place in the world, grounded yet curious, as he sits at the intersection of intellectual pursuit and personal identity.
About the artist
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