Jan de Bray
1627–1697 · Dutch · 10 artworks
BaroqueClassical CompositionRealistic DetailWarm PaletteDramatic LightingNarrative Storytelling
artist bio
Jan de Bray was a Dutch Golden Age painter, primarily known for his history paintings, portraits, and genre scenes. He played a significant role in the development of Haarlem classicism, blending Italianate influences with Dutch realism.
what you'll learn
Studying Jan de Bray's work allows students to understand the characteristics of Dutch Baroque portraiture and history painting, focusing on composition, use of light, and narrative storytelling within a classical framework. Students will also learn about the influence of Italian art on Dutch painting.
related: Frans Hals, Rembrandt van Rijn, Johannes Vermeer
10 artworks
The Penitent Magdalene
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Portrait of a woman
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Portrait of a girl, bust-length, in a black dress and pearl necklace
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Head of a Boy
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David Playing the Harp
1670
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Bacchus, showing loose brush strokes
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Jhr. Johan Adriaen de Kies van Wissen
1671
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Nicolaes de la Bye
1660
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Portrait of a young woman
1667
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The Adoration of the Magi
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