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Jan Asselijn Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Jan Asselijn our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Jan Asselijn · 1610 – 1652

The Threatened Swan

1652 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 171 x 144 cm

Explore 'The Threatened Swan' by Jan Asselijn (1652). A dramatic Dutch Golden Age painting of a swan defending its eggs, rich in symbolism & historical context. Discover this iconic artwork!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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The Threatened Swan

1650 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 144 x 171 cm

Explore 'The Threatened Swan' by Jan Asselijn – a stunning 1650 Dutch Golden Age painting rich in symbolism & political allegory. Admire its masterful technique & historical significance.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Beggars in front of a Roman Limekiln

1638 · Academy of Fine Arts Vienna, Vienna · original 38 x 33 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Herders with Their Animals under an Arch of the Colosseum in Rome

1652 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 42 x 45 cm

Discover Jan Asselijn's 'Herders with Their Animals under an Arch of the Colosseum.' A captivating 1652 painting depicting shepherds and livestock within Rome’s iconic amphitheater – a stunning historical scene.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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King Gustav Adolf II of Sweden in the Battle of Lutzen, 1632

1634 · Statens Museum For Kunst, Copenhagen

Witness the dramatic Battle of Lutzen, 1632, as King Gustav Adolf II clashes with enemies! Jan Asselijn’s masterpiece captures the intensity and chaos of war in stunning detail – a Baroque historical drama.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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PAYSAGE AVEC UNE TOUR

The Louvre, Paris

Discover Jan Asselijn's 'PAYSAGE AVEC UNE TOUR,' a stunning Dutch Golden Age landscape painting showcasing mountains, figures, and atmospheric perspective. Explore its rich details & artistic legacy.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Muleteers beside an Italian Ruin

1650 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 67 x 82 cm

Jan Asselijn's 'Muleteers beside an Italian Ruin' (1650) captures a historical scene of travelers before a Roman aqueduct, showcasing Dutch landscape artistry and a glimpse into bygone eras.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Italian Landscape

Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge · original 31 x 40 cm

Admire Jan Asselijn's "Italian Landscape" – a serene oil painting capturing a picturesque Italian vista with figures and ruins. A stunning piece of Dutch Golden Age art, perfect for collectors.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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PAYSAGE AVEC UN TROUPEAU TRAVERSANT UNE RIVIERE

The Louvre, Paris

Experience the serene Dutch Golden Age pastoral beauty of Jan Asselijn's river crossing scene; discover this tranquil masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Coastal Scene with Resting Riders (detail)

1652 · Academy of Fine Arts Vienna, Vienna

Captured in luminous dawn light, Jan Asselijn’s ‘Coastal Scene with Resting Riders’ anticipates Impressionism's emotive landscape style—a masterful depiction of three riders on horseback against swaying coastal grasses, showcasing Dutch Golden Age artistry and inviting contemplation.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Imaginary Italian Landscape

1652 · Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery, The Hague

Jan Asselijn’s ‘Imaginary Italian Landscape,’ painted in 1652, showcases masterful atmospheric perspective—a technique mirroring Renaissance masters like Leonardo da Vinci—capturing serene beauty amidst statues and dogs. Explore this Dutch Golden Age masterpiece and bring its tranquil vision home.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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RUINE ET CABANE DE BERGERS

The Louvre, Paris

A tranquil Dutch Golden Age landscape featuring rugged ruins and a shepherd's hut by Jan Asselijn, capturing the atmospheric beauty of rural life through earthy tones and inviting you to explore this timeless masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Italian Coast Scene

Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge · original 13 x 25 cm

Admire 'Italian Coast Scene' by Jan Asselijn! A beautiful Dutch Golden Age landscape depicting leisure & relaxation on the Italian coast. Hand-painted reproduction available.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Italian Landscape with a view from a Grotto

1639 · Nationalmuseum, Stockholm · original 34.8 x 23.8cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Landscape with Ruins and Hunting Party

1645 · Academy of Fine Arts Vienna, Vienna · original 47 x 61 cm

Experience the dynamic action of a hunting party amidst Italianate ruins in this 17th-century masterpiece by Jan Asselijn; bring home this vibrant Dutch Golden Age scene.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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The Tiber River with the Ponte Molle at Sunset

1650 · original 41 x 54 cm

Golden sunset light streams through the stone arches of Jan Asselijn's 1650 masterpiece The Tiber River with the Ponte Molle at Sunset, capturing a serene Dutch Golden Age landscape available for your collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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A rocky mountain valley with shepherds and cattle

1645 · Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe, Carlsruhe · original 42.5 x 53.5cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Landscape with Ruins and a Hunting Party

1645 · Akademie Der Bildenden Künste Wien, Vienna · original 47 x 61 cm

Experience a dramatic 17th-century Dutch landscape featuring a hunting party amidst evocative ruins by Jan Asselijn; bring this masterpiece home today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Coastal Scene with Resting Riders

1652 · Academy of Fine Arts Vienna, Vienna · original 71 x 96 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Head of a lowing Ox

1650 · Staatliches Museum Schwerin, Schwerin · original 100.0 x 80.5cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Peasants by a River Bank

1639 · Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven · original 49.5 x 55.9cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Four Figures

1615 · Groeningemuseum, Brugge · original 22.3 x 27.9cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Ford between High Cliffs

1644 · National Gallery Prague, Prague · original 56.0 x 68.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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River Bank with Herdsmen

1650 · Academy of Fine Arts Vienna, Vienna · original 43 x 67 cm

Experience the serene Baroque landscape of Jan Asselijn's River Bank with Herdsmen; capture this detailed 17th-century Dutch masterpiece for your collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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Lion Hunting

1640 · Musée Fabre, Montpellier · original 101.0 x 136.0cm

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Popularity: No. 25 of 84 artworks by Jan Asselijn
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The artist

Jan Asselijn

1610 – 1652

Quick facts

Works on APS84
Lifespan42 years
Vibecalm, serene
Color intensitybalanced, monochromatic
Room fitliving room
Born1610, Dieppe, France
Corpus themesitalianate landscape, travel, italianate style
Art periodEarly Modern

Biography

A Life Forged in Landscape: The World of Jan Asselijn

Born Jean Asselin in the French port city of Dieppe around 1610, Jan Asselijn’s journey was one shaped by religious upheaval and artistic exploration. His family, Huguenots fleeing persecution, relocated to Amsterdam in 1621, a vibrant hub of commerce and burgeoning artistic talent during the Dutch Golden Age. This relocation proved pivotal, immersing young Jean into a world where landscape painting was rapidly evolving beyond traditional depictions toward more atmospheric and emotionally resonant scenes. He initially trained with Jan Martszen the Younger, honing his skills in battle pieces before discovering his true calling – capturing the beauty and drama of both natural landscapes and animal life. Asselijn’s early exposure to the Dutch light and expansive skies would become a defining characteristic of his work, though it was a sojourn to Italy that truly solidified his artistic vision.

The Italianate Embrace & The Bentvueghels

Like many ambitious Northern European painters of the era, Asselijn sought refinement in Italy, likely arriving sometime after 1635. It was there he fully embraced the *Italianate* style – a genre characterized by sun-drenched vistas, classical ruins, and pastoral scenes imbued with a sense of romanticism. He joined the ranks of the *Bentvueghels*, a colorful society of Dutch and Flemish artists working in Rome. These “Birds of a Feather” were known for their unconventional behavior, satirical nicknames, and dedication to painting directly from life – rejecting the constraints of studio work. Within this boisterous community, Asselijn earned the moniker "Krabbetje" (little crab) due to a physical disability affecting his hand, yet he thrived creatively. He absorbed the influence of artists like Pieter van Laer (Bamboccio), whose depictions of Roman peasant life and landscapes resonated deeply with Asselijn’s own developing style. This period was crucial in shaping his ability to convey atmosphere, light, and a sense of narrative within his compositions.

Mastering Light & Symbolism: Key Works

Asselijn returned to Amsterdam with a refined technique and a distinctive voice. His paintings are characterized by a clarity of execution and a masterful handling of light – qualities that quickly gained him recognition. While he produced historical and battle scenes, it was his landscapes and animal paintings that truly set him apart. The Threatened Swan, painted in the 1640s, remains his most celebrated work. More than just a depiction of avian defense, this painting became a powerful symbol of Dutch national resistance against external threats. The fiercely protective swan, aggressively warding off intruders near its nest, resonated with contemporary anxieties and was even interpreted as an allegory for Johan de Witt, a prominent Dutch statesman. Intriguingly, later owners added symbolic inscriptions to the canvas – “Holland” on one of the eggs and “Enemy of the state” beside the menacing dog – further cementing its political undertones. Other notable works include Cavalry Attack at Sunset, showcasing his earlier training in battle scenes with dramatic flair, and depictions of rural life like Drovers with Cattle under an Arch of the Colosseum in Rome, which beautifully blend Italianate landscapes with animal studies. The Breach of the Saint Anthony’s Dike near Amsterdam demonstrates his ability to capture a moment of national crisis, reflecting the ever-present threat of water and the ingenuity required for Dutch land reclamation.

Influence & Legacy: A Lasting Impression

Jan Asselijn's impact extended beyond his own prolific output. He was admired by contemporaries like Rembrandt, who even created etchings of the artist at work – though notably, these etchings obscure Asselijn’s hands, perhaps a sensitive acknowledgement of his physical challenge. He also served as a mentor to Frederik de Moucheron, another prominent Dutch landscape painter who further popularized the Italianate style. Asselijn's innovative approach to light and atmosphere influenced a generation of artists, paving the way for greater naturalism and emotional depth in landscape painting. His works are now held in prestigious collections such as the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, ensuring his legacy endures as a significant figure within the Dutch Golden Age. He died relatively young, in 1652, but left behind a body of work that continues to captivate viewers with its beauty, drama, and subtle layers of meaning.

Questions & Answers

How is Jan Asselijn's career divided into periods?

The Chronicle of Jan Asselijn is a scroll-driven timeline that presents the artist's works in chronological order, grouped into career-period chapters.

What are the birthplace and birth year of Jan Asselijn?

Jan Asselijn was born in Dieppe in 1610.

How can I follow Jan Asselijn's work year by year?

Jan Asselijn's artworks can be seen in chronological order on the artist's Artwork Timeline page.

By the WahooArt.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026

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