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Portrait of Feyntje van Steenkiste
Frans Hals, 1635
Feyntje van Steenkiste hailed from a prosperous family active in the Haarlem textile industry, a connection shared by her husband Lucas de Clercq and his family. Their union strengthened the business ties between their respective families. Van Steenkiste’s wealth and Mennonite faith are evident in her clothing choices: elegant, yet sober. For example, in contrast to many of her more lavishly attired contemporaries, her wrists are adorned with just a hint of delicate white lace.
- Artwork typepainting
- Object numberSK-C-557
- Dimensionssupport: height 121.9 cm x width 91.5 cm, outer size: depth 9.5 cm (support incl. frame)
- Physical characteristicsoil on canvas