A Portrait Said To Be Of Jacob Henri Vernede (born 1754), Seated Half -length, Wearing A Black Coat With A White Collar, Holding A Book; A Portrait Said To Be Of His Wife, Petronella Jeanne Du Peyrou (born 1759), Seated Half-length, Wearing A White Dres
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Hendrik Pothoven's A Portrait Said To Be Of Jacob Henri Vernede (born 1754), Seated Half -length, Wearing A Black Coat With A White Collar, Holding A Book; A Portrait Said To Be Of His Wife, Petronella Jeanne Du Peyrou (born 1759), Seated Half-length, Wearing A White Dres into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
This exquisite pair of portraits by Dutch artist Hendrik Pothoven (1725-1807) captures the refined elegance of late 18th-century bourgeois society with remarkable psychological depth. The pendant paintings depict Jacob Henri Vernede, a gentleman scholar holding a book, and his wife Petronella Jeanne Du Peyrou in fashionable attire—he in sober black coat contrasting with her luminous white dress, both against warm earthy backgrounds characteristic of Dutch Golden Age portraiture’s lasting influence. Pothoven’s delicate brushwork renders the textured fabrics and nuanced complexions with Flemish precision, while the sitters’ composed expressions suggest Enlightenment-era dignity. Created during the transitional period between Rococo and Neoclassicism, these works exemplify Holland’s enduring portrait tradition where domestic virtues and intellectual pursuits were increasingly celebrated. The paintings’ provenance as identifiable individuals rather than generic types makes them particularly valuable to historians studying Dutch patrician culture.
For contemporary interiors, these portraits would elevate a wood-paneled library or formal dining room, ideally hung symmetrically on either side of a mantelpiece or console table at 18th-century eye-level (about 60" from floor to center). Their 50×40 cm dimensions suit intimate spaces where viewers can appreciate Pothoven’s detail. The black-and-white tonal scheme invites pairing with Chippendale furniture or Delftware accents, while the warm umber backgrounds harmonize with walnut wood finishes. In a corporate setting, they’d lend gravitas to a law office or boardroom when displayed alongside leather-bound books and brass desk accessories. Consider subtle LED picture lights to enhance the Rembrandtesque chiaroscuro, and avoid hanging near strong color fields that would compete with the portraits’ restrained palette. Their matrimonial pairing makes them particularly meaningful for residential foyers or above sideboards as symbols of companionship.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
