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Johanna le Gillon, Jan de Baen, 1670
Jan de Baen, portraitJan de BaenDutch, 1633–1702

Johanna le Gillon

1670 · Painting

Can I see it?

Yes, on view now

Where is “Johanna le Gillon” now? Rijksmuseum, Room 2.19 · The mansion, Amsterdam. Yes, on view now. Checked October 12, 2026.

Rijksmuseum

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Room2.19 · The mansion

Closed· opens at 9:00 AM

On public display.

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About the painting

Johanna le Gillon had herself portrayed holding a lute, her favourite instrument, showcasing her exceptional musical talent. The famous composer Constantijn Huygens sent her all manner of musical pieces for the lute. The portrait is still in its original gilt limewood frame, lavishly adorned with putti (cherubs) collecting roses, lush golden vines, and garlands. The fitting motto in the cartouche at the bottom reads: ‘A contented heart leads to great talent’.

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Details

Accession number
SK-A-964

What it shows

Johanna le GillonLutes and theorbos

In the catalog

PaintingsOilDutch paintingBaroque17th century

Display history

  1. On view · Room 2.19 · The mansion

    Rijksmuseum · Sep 29, 2026 — now · Verified

  2. Whether it was on view is unknown

    Rijksmuseum · Unconfirmed

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