Nicolaes Maes

Netherlands 1634 - 1693
Nicolaes Maes (1634-1693) was a Dutch Golden Age painter, celebrated for his significant contributions to genre painting and portraiture. Born in Dordrecht, Netherlands, Maes began his artistic tutelage under the guidance of fellow native artist Samuel van Hoogstraten before moving to Amsterdam to study under the renowned master Rembrandt van Rijn. Maes' early work bears the influence of his teacher Rembrandt, evident in the dramatic use of light and shadow and a deep concern with capturing human emotion and narrative. Initially focusing on biblical scenes and everyday life subjects, Maes' genre paintings often portrayed domestic interiors with moralizing themes, reflecting the values and social norms of 17th-century Dutch society. Works such as "The Eavesdropper" showcase his mastery at creating suspenseful narratives within intimate settings. In the mid-1660s, Maes transitioned towards portraiture, where he achieved considerable success and recognition. His portraits were characterized by clarity, precision, and an ability to convey the sitters' status and character through their attire, posture, and facial expressions. He painted numerous portraits for affluent patrons, including families, individual members of the bourgeoisie, and occasionally aristocrats. As his career progressed, Maes became one of the most sought-after portraitists of his time. His later works often featured elegant compositions with soft lighting, muted tones, and a sense of refinement that aligned with the tastes of the period's elite. Despite this shift, Maes never fully abandoned genre painting, which continued to enrich his oeuvre throughout his lifetime. His legacy is marked not only by the evolution of his style from Rembrandtesque drama to refined portraiture but also by his enduring impact on Dutch painting during the latter part of the 17th century. Nicolaes Maes' artistry has left a lasting impression on the history of European painting, securing him a place among the pantheon of great Dutch Masters.

Collection of Works(Page 1)

A Girl Sewing,Nicolaes Maes,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, solo, fine art parody, 1girl, realistic
A Girl Sewing
Painter: Nicolaes Maes
Resolution: 3728 × 5023 px
Admiral Jacob Binkes,Nicolaes Maes,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, solo, 1girl, brown hair, weapon, gun, necklace
Admiral Jacob Binkes
Painter: Nicolaes Maes
Resolution: 3423 × 4660 px
Cornelis Evertsen, Lieutenant-Admiral of Zeeland,Nicolaes Maes,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody
Cornelis Evertsen, Lieutenant-Admiral of Zeeland
Painter: Nicolaes Maes
Resolution: 5170 × 6132 px
Ingena Rotterdam , Betrothed of Admiral Jacob Binkes,Nicolaes Maes,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody
Ingena Rotterdam , Betrothed of Admiral Jacob Binkes
Painter: Nicolaes Maes
Resolution: 3342 × 4558 px
Abraham Dismissing Hagar and Ishmael,Nicolaes Maes,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, multiple boys, barefoot, hat
Abraham Dismissing Hagar and Ishmael
Painter: Nicolaes Maes
Resolution: 2869 × 3577 px
Adoration of the Shepherds,Nicolaes Maes,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, multiple boys, tree, scenery, white hair
Adoration of the Shepherds
Painter: Nicolaes Maes
Resolution: 6325 × 7237 px
De spinster,Nicolaes Maes,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody, 1boy, male focus, solo, hat, parody
De spinster
Painter: Nicolaes Maes
Resolution: 5190 × 6458 px
Jacob Receiving Joseph's Blood-Stained Cloak,Nicolaes Maes,Sketch,Sketch, multiple boys, multiple girls
Jacob Receiving Joseph's Blood-Stained Cloak
Painter: Nicolaes Maes
Resolution: 3718 × 2687 px
Abraham Entertaining the Angels,Nicolaes Maes,Sketch,Sketch, wings, sketch, tree, multiple boys, sitting, old
Abraham Entertaining the Angels
Painter: Nicolaes Maes
Resolution: 3000 × 1990 px
An Old Woman Dozing over a Book,Nicolaes Maes,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, 1boy, solo, male focus, book
An Old Woman Dozing over a Book
Painter: Nicolaes Maes
Resolution: 3246 × 4000 px
Dutch Gentleman,Nicolaes Maes,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody, solo, parody, 1girl, realistic
Dutch Gentleman
Painter: Nicolaes Maes
Resolution: 2368 × 3017 px
Landscape with a Draughtsman Seated by a River, a Bridge and a Cottage Behind,Nicolaes Maes,Sketch,Sketch
Landscape with a Draughtsman Seated by a River, a Bridge and a Cottage Behind
Painter: Nicolaes Maes
Resolution: 3489 × 2590 px