{"title":"Willem Jacob Herreyns","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"treurende-vrouw-met-twee-kinderen-willem-jacob-herreyns","title":"Treurende vrouw met twee kinderen - Willem Jacob Herreyns","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined ink and wash study by Flemish artist Willem Jacob Herreyns, depicting a mourning woman with two children in a classical style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drawing by the Flemish artist Willem Jacob Herreyns displays the characteristic fluidity of his ink and wash studies. Herreyns, a central figure in the Antwerp art scene during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, often produced works that balanced classical composition with a softer, more emotive approach to the human form. The scene depicts a woman in a state of mourning, accompanied by two children. Her posture, leaning against a pedestal, suggests a classical influence, while the loose application of wash provides a sense of volume and atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist uses brown ink to define the contours of the figures, while the wash creates depth through shadow and light. The composition is structured around the verticality of the woman, with the children providing a secondary focus that grounds the emotional weight of the piece. Herreyns was known for his role as a teacher at the Antwerp Academy, and this work reflects the academic rigour of the period, combined with a personal, expressive touch. The drawing captures a moment of quiet grief, avoiding excessive theatricality in favour of a restrained, balanced presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a study, the work offers a view into the artist's process. The visible ink lines show the confidence of his hand, while the wash layers demonstrate his control over tone. This piece is representative of the transition from the late Baroque traditions of the Low Countries toward the more structured, refined aesthetic of the Neoclassical era. It remains a fine example of the draughtsmanship that defined the training and output of the Antwerp school during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/neo-classical-vases-in-a-landscape-jean-charles-delafosse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNeo-classical Vases in a Landscape - Jean Charles Delafosse — Jean Charles Delafosse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/portrait-of-francois-gerard-antoine-jean-gros\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of François Gérard - Antoine-Jean Gros — Antoine-Jean Gros\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willem Jacob Herreyns","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810285687119,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810292404559,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810292437327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810292470095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810292502863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810292535631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810292568399,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810292601167,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810292633935,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810292666703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810292699471,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810292732239,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Treurende-vrouw-met-twee-kinderen_Poster_CompositorV1_1789678868253.jpg?v=1789703070"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-an-unknown-prelate-willem-jacob-herreyns","title":"Portrait of an Unknown Prelate - Willem Jacob Herreyns","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined etching by Flemish artist Willem Jacob Herreyns, capturing the formal dignity of an unidentified prelate in a classic bust-length portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Flemish artist Willem Jacob Herreyns presents a bust-length portrait of an unidentified prelate. Herreyns, a figure of note in the Antwerp art scene during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, demonstrates a disciplined approach to line and form in this work. The subject is depicted in a three-quarter view, wearing a high-collared coat typical of the period, with his hair styled in the fashion of the late Enlightenment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist employs varied hatching techniques to define the contours of the face and the texture of the clothing. The shading around the shoulders and neck provides a sense of volume, while the facial features are rendered with a focus on individual character and expression. The gaze of the sitter is directed towards the viewer, creating a direct engagement that is characteristic of portraiture from this era. The background remains largely unadorned, ensuring the focus stays on the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerreyns was a significant educator and painter in Antwerp, and his graphic works often reflect the technical rigour associated with the academic traditions of the time. This print captures the sobriety and formal dignity often sought in portraits of ecclesiastical or civic figures. The clarity of the line work and the balanced composition reflect the artist's technical proficiency in the medium of etching. This piece offers a glimpse into the portraiture conventions of the Low Countries during a period of transition, where the influence of Neoclassical restraint began to shape the depiction of the individual. The print is a study in precision, showing how minimal marks can effectively convey the presence and personality of a sitter without the need for elaborate settings or excessive detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/neo-classical-vases-in-a-landscape-jean-charles-delafosse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNeo-classical Vases in a Landscape - Jean Charles Delafosse — Jean Charles Delafosse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/portrait-of-francois-gerard-antoine-jean-gros\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of François Gérard - Antoine-Jean Gros — Antoine-Jean Gros\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willem Jacob Herreyns","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810316095823,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810328154447,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810328187215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810328219983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810328252751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810328285519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810328318287,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810328351055,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810328383823,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810328416591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810328449359,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810328482127,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-an-Unknown-Prelate_Poster_CompositorV1_1789679473150.jpg?v=1789704092"},{"product_id":"self-portrait-of-willem-jacob-herreyns-willem-jacob-herreyns","title":"Self-Portrait of Willem Jacob Herreyns - Willem Jacob Herreyns","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal self-portrait by the Flemish painter Willem Jacob Herreyns, depicting the artist in academic or ceremonial attire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillem Jacob Herreyns, a central figure in the Antwerp art scene during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, presents himself in this self-portrait with the gravitas expected of a man who served as the director of the Antwerp Academy. The composition follows the traditions of formal portraiture, placing the subject in a setting that communicates his professional status and intellectual pursuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerreyns is depicted wearing formal attire, draped in a heavy, fur-trimmed mantle that suggests high social standing or academic office. His hand rests upon a table, gesturing towards a collection of documents or manuscripts. Beside these papers sits an ornate mitre, a detail that introduces ecclesiastical or ceremonial elements to the scene. The lighting is focused on the subject, drawing attention to the texture of the fur and the fine details of the lace at his cuffs, while the background remains obscured in shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a painter, Herreyns was known for his technical precision and his ability to navigate the transition from the late Baroque style to the more restrained aesthetic of Neoclassicism. This work captures his interest in the psychological presence of the sitter, maintaining a direct gaze that engages the viewer. The palette is dominated by muted, earthy tones, allowing the lighter, cream-coloured fur and the gold of the mitre to provide visual contrast. The brushwork is controlled, reflecting the academic training that defined his career and his influence on subsequent generations of Flemish artists. This portrait offers a glimpse into the self-perception of an artist who occupied a position of authority within the cultural institutions of his time, balancing the demands of tradition with the evolving artistic standards of the early nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/neo-classical-vases-in-a-landscape-jean-charles-delafosse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNeo-classical Vases in a Landscape - Jean Charles Delafosse — Jean Charles Delafosse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/portrait-of-francois-gerard-antoine-jean-gros\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of François Gérard - Antoine-Jean Gros — Antoine-Jean Gros\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willem Jacob Herreyns","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810322485583,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810335789391,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810335822159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810335854927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810335887695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810335920463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810335953231,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810335985999,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810336018767,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810336051535,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810336084303,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810336117071,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Self-Portrait-of-Willem-Jacob-Herreyns_Poster_CompositorV1_1789679685742.jpg?v=1789704358"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/de\/collections\/willem-jacob-herreyns.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}