Late 17th-Century Flemish School, Portrait Of A Prelate With Black Cassock & Zucchetto

Late 17th-Century Flemish School, Portrait Of A Prelate With Black Cassock & ZucchettoThis late 17th century Flemish oil painting depicts an ordained member of the Catholic Church, probably a prelate, wearing a black cassock (or mozzetta) and black zucchetto. Acquired in Denmark, the history of this remarkable piece has been lost over the centuries, but there are clues, particularly with regard to the outfit, that assist with the detective work. Produced in around 1690, it cant be of Danish origin as Lutheranism replaced Roman

was a renowned ‘orientalist’

This caused considerable anguish until partial reconstructive surgery at the age of 16

1770Condition: Craquelure but the paint is stable

to his often hermetic nature and it’s been noted that he was a reclusive character

particularly in the lighter areas

with sewing thread

Frame with some light age-related wear and a small missing piece in the lower left

founded ‘the Trondheim Society’

This was designed to push the hips backwards and force the chest forwards - creating a kind of pigeon shape

his more accomplished pieces feature rutted cart tracks and shimmering light effects

with its zig-zagging steamboats and silvery waters

a true admiration for the British countryside in all its subtle splendour