Dutch Masters at Kunsthandel P. de Boer
Riverlandscape in evening light, Aelbert Cuyp
Dutch Masters the Legacy of the Collectie P. en N. de Boer
The Dutch Golden Age Revisited
Kunsthandel P. de Boer is proud to present a curated celebration of the Dutch Golden Age, uniting four centuries of artistry, connoisseurship, and historical resonance. This exhibition brings together key figures of 17th-century Dutch painting Ferdinand Bol, Aelbert Cuyp, Jacob van Ruisdael, and Jan van Goyen alongside highlights from the gallery’s long-standing partnership with the Collectie P. en N. de Boer. Complementing these icons of the past is our current collection, showcasing masterworks by Willem van de Velde the Elder, Willem van de Velde the Younger, and Clara Peeters, with a particular focus on the role of porcelain in Dutch and Flemish visual culture.
Dutch Golden Age Highlights
Our selection opens with the monumental talent of Ferdinand Bol, a pupil of Rembrandt who brought refined psychological depth and painterly drama to his portraits and historical works. Bol’s skill in narrative and nuance set him apart as one of the period’s most sophisticated storytellers.
Aelbert Cuyp, another star of the Dutch Golden Age, is celebrated for his sun-drenched river scenes, atmospheric light, and pastoral serenity. Cuyp’s landscapes convey the optimism and grandeur of the Dutch Republic at its zenith.
In the domain of natural splendor, Jacob van Ruisdael emerges as a towering figure. His forests, cascades, and moody skies reflect a deep reverence for the Dutch countryside rendered with unmatched texture and emotion.
Meanwhile, Jan van Goyen revolutionized landscape painting with his monochrome palettes and expressive brushwork. Van Goyen captured the Dutch lowlands with poetic restraint, setting the foundation for modern landscape composition.
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The Legacy of P. & N. de Boer Collection
For decades, the P. & N. de Boer Collection has stood as one of the most respected private collections of Old Master paintings in Europe. As part of this exhibition, rare and previously unseen works from this collection offer a window into the refined taste and vision of its founders. These works form the cornerstone of Kunsthandel P. de Boer’s legacy and commitment to scholarly excellence and connoisseurship.
We invite collectors, scholars, and lovers of Dutch and Flemish art to experience these masterworks firsthand at our historic gallery on the Herengracht in Amsterdam. Whether you are discovering these artists for the first time or deepening your appreciation, this collection offers an exceptional view into the artistic brilliance of the 17th century.