Portret van Claude Deruet

Schilderijen van Claude Deruet: De 17 bekendste, door de ogen van een galerie

Bijgewerkt in november 2026 · gerangschikt op basis van onze populariteitsscore (zoekopdrachten, bezoeken en bestellingen per kunstwerk) · 17 werken van Claude Deruet in onze catalogus

Kortom

Volgens de visie van de galerie is het beroemdste schilderij van Claude Deruet Triumph of the Amazons (1620), waarvan het origineel in het Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York hangt. Equestrian Portrait of Alberte Barbe d'Ernécourt, Lady of Saint-Balmont (1607-1660), fighting the Swedish and Croatian armies during the Thirty Years' War, in front of her château of Neuville-en-Verdunois (1630) en Portrait of a Woman in a Hat (1630) maken het trio compleet dat elk oog herkent. Van de 17 werken van Claude Deruet in onze catalogus presenteert de galerie hieronder de 17 bekendste werken, elk een origineel met de jaartal, het museum en wat het uniek maakt.

1588 – 1660, Nancy Baroque Meeste werken: Musée des Beaux-Arts

De top 10 schilderijen van Claude Deruet in de galerie

1
Triumph of the Amazons (1620) door Claude Deruet

Triumph of the Amazons

1620 · Oil On Canvas · Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

In the heart of the seventeenth century, amidst the opulent courts of France, there emerged a painter capable of capturing the very essence of theatrical triumph. Claude Deruet, a master of the Nancy Baroque tradition, presents us with Triumph of the Amazons, a work that breathes life into the legends of antiquity. This painting is not merely a depiction of a mythological event; it is a choreographed spectacle of movement…

2
Equestrian Portrait of Alberte Barbe d'Ernécourt, Lady of Saint-Balmont (1607-1660), fighting the Swedish and Croatian armies during the Thirty Years' War, in front of her château of Neuville-en-Verdunois (1630) door Claude Deruet

Equestrian Portrait of Alberte Barbe d'Ernécourt, Lady of Saint-Balmont (1607-1660), fighting the Swedish and Croatian armies during the Thirty Years' War, in front of her château of Neuville-en-Verdunois

1630 · Oil On Canvas · Musée Carnavalet, Parijs

Alberte Barbe d'Ernécourt, Lady of Saint-Balmont, is presented in a moment of high Baroque drama. She sits atop a rearing horse, her figure cutting a vertical line against a turbulent sky. Clad in military attire, she is positioned not merely as a noblewoman, but as a defender of her domain. Below her, the landscape unfolds toward the château of Neuville-en-Verdunois, while the distant horizon hints at the chaos of the…

3
Portrait of a Woman in a Hat (1630) door Claude Deruet

Portrait of a Woman in a Hat

1630 · Oil On Panel · Nationaal Museum in Krakau, Krakau

Claude Deruet’s Portrait of a Woman in a Hat presents a bust-length study of a young woman, positioned slightly off-center against a dark, nearly black, monochromatic background. While her body faces forward, her head is turned subtly toward the viewer's right. The composition relies on a high-contrast palette dominated by deep reds, creamy whites, and subtle gold accents, which pull the subject forward from the shadows. She is framed by…

4
Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks (1650) door Claude Deruet

Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks

1650 · Oil · Musée des Beaux-Arts, Strasbourg

The clash of ancient legends unfolds in "Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks," a work by Claude Deruet. This painting captures a fierce attack of Amazons against Greek soldiers, freezing a moment of mythological conflict in time. The scene pulses with the energy of a battle painting, where the legendary warrior women meet their adversaries in a struggle of immense scale. It is a work of high drama, focusing…

5
Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks (1650) door Claude Deruet

Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks

1650 · Oil On Canvas · Musée des Beaux-Arts, Strasbourg

The oil painting depicts a large-scale mythological skirmish set within a dense, wooded landscape. The scene is organized along a strong diagonal axis, moving from the lower left toward the upper right. On the left side of the foreground, a group of mounted warriors charges forward. One figure is draped in a red cloak that contrasts with the surrounding earthy tones. Opposite this group, on the right, a counter-charge of…

6
Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks (1650) door Claude Deruet

Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks

1650 · Oil On Canvas · Musée des Beaux-Arts, Strasbourg

The painting titled Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks is a work by the artist Claude Deruet. This composition depicts a specific mythological conflict, focusing on an attack by Amazons against Greek soldiers. The scene captures the movement of these warrior women as they engage with the opposing Greek forces within a landscape setting.

8
The Rape of the Sabine Women (1650) door Claude Deruet

The Rape of the Sabine Women

1650 · Oil · Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen, München

The air thickens with the heat of a sudden, violent struggle. In this sprawling scene, the calm of classical architecture is shattered by a whirlwind of human and animal energy. Men and women collide in a frantic dance of desperation, their limbs tangling amidst the rearing muscles of horses. The composition pulls the eye through a deep, receding landscape of arched colonnades, yet the immediate foreground remains a turbulent sea…

10
Departure of the Amazons (1620) door Claude Deruet

Departure of the Amazons

1620 · Oil On Canvas · Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Claude Deruet’s “Departure of the Amazons,” painted circa 1620, is more than just a historical scene; it's a meticulously crafted tableau brimming with power, dynamism, and a subtle exploration of gender roles within the context of 17th-century Lorraine. This monumental canvas transports us to a pivotal moment – the departure of a formidable band of Amazons, legendary female warriors from Greek mythology, embarking on an unknown journey. Deruet’s masterful command…

Schilderijen van Claude Deruet, gerangschikt van 11 tot 17

De onderwerpen die de aandacht van Claude Deruet troffen

De vier onderwerpen die het meest voorkomen in deze originelen, elk met zijn mooiste voorbeeld.

De musea waar de originele werken van Claude Deruet worden bewaard

De 8 musea met de meeste schilderijen op deze pagina.

Museum Stad Werken van Claude Deruet Schilderijen uit deze lijst
Musée des Beaux-Arts, StrasbourgMusée des Beaux-Arts Strasbourg 5 Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks, Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks, Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New YorkMetropolitan Museum of Art New York 2 Triumph of the Amazons, Departure of the Amazons
Musée Carnavalet, ParijsMusée Carnavalet Parijs 1 Equestrian Portrait of Alberte Barbe d'Ernécourt, Lady of Saint-Balmont (1607-1660), fighting the Swedish and Croatian armies during the Thirty Years' War, in front of her château of Neuville-en-Verdunois
Nationaal Museum in Krakau, KrakauNationaal Museum in Krakau Krakau 1 Portrait of a Woman in a Hat
Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen, MünchenBayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen München 1 The Rape of the Sabine Women
Walters Art Museum, BaltimoreWalters Art Museum Baltimore 1 Louis Xiv
Musée Des Beaux, OrleansMusée Des Beaux Orleans 1 Fire (detail)
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nancy, NancyMusée des Beaux-Arts de Nancy Nancy 1 Equestrian Portrait of Madame de Saint-Baslemont

Claude Deruet, één iconisch schilderij per decennium

Werken per decennium

Kies een decennium om het origineel te zien dat dit tijdperk definieert.

Schilderijen van Claude Deruet: de galerie geeft antwoord

Welk schilderij van Claude Deruet is het beroemdste van allemaal?Onthul het antwoord

Triumph of the Amazons (1620), Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Equestrian Portrait of Alberte Barbe d'Ernécourt, Lady of Saint-Balmont (1607-1660), fighting the Swedish and Croatian armies during the Thirty Years' War, in front of her château of Neuville-en-Verdunois (1630) en Portrait of a Woman in a Hat (1630) volgen.

Hoe oud was Claude Deruet bij de voltooiing van Triumph of the Amazons?Onthul het antwoord

32 jaar oud: Triumph of the Amazons dateert uit 1620, en Claude Deruet werd geboren in 1588.

Wat zijn de top 10 schilderijen van Claude Deruet?Onthul het antwoord

Triumph of the Amazons, Equestrian Portrait of Alberte Barbe d'Ernécourt, Lady of Saint-Balmont (1607-1660), fighting the Swedish and Croatian armies during the Thirty Years' War, in front of her château of Neuville-en-Verdunois, Portrait of a Woman in a Hat, Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks, Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks, Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks, The Departure of the Amazons, The Rape of the Sabine Women, Duchesse De Chevreuse en Departure of the Amazons. De bovenstaande ranglijst vermeldt het jaar en het museum van elk werk.

Hoeveel werken heeft Claude Deruet gemaakt?Onthul het antwoord

Onze catalogus bevat 17 werken van Claude Deruet, daterend van 1610 tot 1650.

Waar hangen de beroemdste originele werken van Claude Deruet?Onthul het antwoord

Voornamelijk in Musée des Beaux-Arts (Strasbourg), Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York) en Musée Carnavalet (Parijs). De bovenstaande museumtabel bevat een volledig overzicht.

Wanneer creëerde Claude Deruet de beroemdste schilderijen?Onthul het antwoord

In 1650s: 5 van de 17 werken op deze pagina werden toen gemaakt, waaronder Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks.

Wat zijn de vroegste en laatste beroemde werken van Claude Deruet?Onthul het antwoord

Op deze pagina is het vroegste Battle between the Amazons and the Greeks (1610) en het laatste Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks (1650).

Welke onderwerpen keerde Claude Deruet het vaakst naar terug?Onthul het antwoord

Horse (5), Forest (4) en Sky (4), verspreid over de 17 werken op deze pagina.

In welk medium werkte Claude Deruet het meest?Onthul het antwoord

Oil On Canvas, voor 6 van de 17 werken op deze pagina.

Bij welke stroming wordt Claude Deruet gerekend?Onthul het antwoord

Baroque, te oordelen aan de originelen op deze pagina.

Welke originelen van Claude Deruet zijn in de collectie van het Musée des Beaux-Arts?Onthul het antwoord

Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks, Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks en Battle of the Amazons and the Greeks: het Musée des Beaux-Arts, Strasbourg herbergt 5 van de werken op deze pagina.

Claude Deruet: de kunstenaar

Claude Deruet: A Nancy Baroque Master

Claude Deruet (1588 – 1660) stands as a prominent figure in the artistic landscape of 17th-century France, particularly within the vibrant baroque tradition emanating from Nancy. Born into a noble family, his formative years were steeped in artistic patronage and fostered by an apprenticeship under Jacques Bellange, the court painter to Charles III, Duke of Lorraine—a connection that profoundly shaped his career trajectory. This early influence instilled in him a meticulous attention to detail and a masterful command of technique, characteristics that would define his enduring legacy.
  • Early Life & Training: Deruet’s artistic journey commenced with formal training under Bellange, allowing him access to the highest echelon of artistic circles and equipping him with invaluable skills in portraiture and decorative painting.
  • Roman Period (c. 1612 – 1619): Seeking further refinement and inspiration, Deruet traveled to Rome around 1612, where he studied diligently alongside Antonio Tempesta—a renowned etcher and painter whose stylistic innovations resonated deeply with Deruet’s sensibilities. This period witnessed the creation of his first significant fresco in Villa Borghese, showcasing an emerging talent for dramatic composition and nuanced color palettes.
Deruet's artistic output is characterized by a captivating blend of realism and theatrical grandeur—a hallmark of baroque aesthetics. He excelled in portraying historical narratives with meticulous accuracy, capturing the essence of human emotion and conveying profound psychological depth. His depictions of samurai figures, notably Hasekura Tsunenaga’s visit to Europe in 1615, exemplify his fascination with exotic cultures and his ability to translate complex subjects into visually arresting images.
  • Notable Paintings: Among Deruet's celebrated works are “Departure of the Amazons” (1620) and “Road to Calvary” (1620)—scenes imbued with dynamism and emotional intensity—testaments to his artistic prowess.
  • Royal Patronage & Recognition: Recognizing Deruet’s exceptional talent, Charles III bestowed upon him nobility in 1621, followed by knighthood of the Order of St Michael in 1645 by Louis XIII—a testament to his contribution to Lorraine's cultural prestige.
Furthermore, Claude Lorrain, a protégé of Deruet, honed his artistic skills under Deruet’s guidance from 1623 onwards, cementing Deruet’s role as an influential mentor and shaping the future direction of French baroque painting. His residence in Nancy—La Romaine—became a focal point for royal visits during Louis XIII's reign, symbolizing Lorraine’s flourishing artistic environment. Sources: Dewitt H. Fessenden, *The Life and Works of Claude Deruet* (1952); André Félibien, *Mémoires de Félibien*

Legacy & Historical Significance

Claude Deruet’s artistic legacy extends beyond his individual masterpieces—he established a tradition of dramatic storytelling and refined technique that profoundly impacted subsequent generations of painters. His work continues to inspire admiration for its expressive power and stylistic sophistication, securing his place as one of the most important artists of the baroque era in France. The enduring fascination with his depictions of samurai underscores the broader cultural exchange between Europe and Asia during this period—a testament to Deruet’s artistic vision and intellectual curiosity.