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Public domain image, 17th century drawing, Netherlands, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Ferdinand Bol was a Dutch painter born in Dordrecht. He was a pupil of Rembrandt and became one of the leading portrait painters of his day. Bol's work is characterised by his use of rich colours and dramatic lighting, and he is known for his skilful depiction of the human form. In addition to portraits, Bol also painted historical and biblical scenes. He was very successful during his lifetime and his work is still highly regarded today. Ferdinand Bol died in 1680, leaving behind a legacy of stunning paintings that continue to be admired by art lovers around the world.
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Date
1636 - 1641
Source
Metropolitan Museum of Art
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Creative Commons CC0 1.0 Universal Public Domain Dedication ("CCO 1.0 Dedication")