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Portrait of Berend van Iddekinge, Johanna Maria Sichterman, and their Son Jan Albert
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Portrait of Berend van Iddekinge, Johanna Maria Sichterman, and their Son Jan Albert

Philip van Dijk · 1744 - 1748 · canvas; oil paint (paint)

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

About this work

The Van Iddekinge and Sichterman couple from Groningen were Orangists (supporters of the stadtholder). While the statue behind the curtain references Van Iddekinge's military career, above all the portrait exudes elegance and distinction. Their status is emphasized by the family arms crowning the frame. The parents seem to be oblivious to their young son, who is presenting some flowers.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Credit linePortrait of Berend van Iddekinge, Johanna Maria Sichterman, and their Son Jan Albert. 1744 - 1748. Philip van Dijk. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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