Portrait of a Boy in Classical Dress with a Bullfinch and Spaniel

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Portrait of a Boy in Classical Dress with a Bullfinch and Spaniel

Nicolaes MaesLinkedCulture matchlcp-c0c0033b6377

Date
c. 1670
Medium
Oil on panel
Department
European Art
Institution
Minneapolis Institute of Art
Object ID
126887

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This portrait of a boy, although small in scale, is immediately engaging due to the boy’s direct and confident gaze at the viewer, his eye-catching attire, and the liveliness of the composition. It is an allegory for the importance of discipline and restraint in the upbringing of children. The calm assurance communicated by the boy’s face and posture convince the viewer that he will triumph over the unruly nature of his canine companion and will be the model of controlled restraint, just like his pet bullfinch. Netherlands, Europe

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The Walter H. and Valborg P. Ude Memorial Fund

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