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david van der plas
Early Modern
Early Modern

david van der plas

Born 1647 Died 1704 Works span 1690–1704

David van der Plas: A Master of Dutch Portraiture David van der Plas (1647-1704) stands as a beacon of artistic excellence within the Dutch Golden Age, renowned for his captivating portraits that transcend mere likeness and delve into the psychological depth of their subjects. Born in Amsterdam amidst the burgeoning intellectual fervor of his era, Plas’s career blossomed under the patronage of influential figures like Cornelis Tromp,…

3
dated works
1
chapters
1690
first work
1704
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through david van der plas's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

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Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups david van der plas's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.