Hendrick Bicker, Burgemeester Van Amsterdam
c. 1680-1690
About this artwork
This is a formal portrait of Hendrick Bicker, a burgomaster of Amsterdam, depicted in elaborate 17th-century attire, showcasing the rich textiles and lace fashionable during the Dutch Golden Age.
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Hendrick Bicker belonged to one of Amsterdam's most powerful regent families, whose influence dominated the city's political landscape during the Dutch Golden Age. Michiel van Musscher, known for his detailed and finely rendered portraits, captured the status and dignity of his elite sitters, making this painting a testament to the opulence of the era and the stature of its subject.
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Hendrick Bicker, Burgemeester Van Amsterdam
Michiel van Musscher, c. 1680-1690
