17th-Century Dutch Portraiture
Nicolaes Maes (Dutch, 1634–1693), Interior with a Dordrecht Family, 1656, oil on canvas, The Norton Simon Foundation
- DATE:
- TIME:
- 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
- SPEAKER:
- Museum Educator
The 17th century ushered in a period of prosperity in the Netherlands, fueling a demand for many styles of art, including commissioned portraits. Join a Museum educator for a close look at portraits by such Dutch artists as Rembrandt, Frans Hals and Nicolaes Maes, exploring how they used innovative techniques to convey their sitters’ social status and wealth.
EVENT DETAILS
- Fee:
- Free with museum admission.
- Details:
- Space is limited to 15 participants on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up at the Information Desk when the Museum opens.
- Location:
- Meets in Entrance Gallery