Portrait of Admiral de Ruyter

This is a portrait of Admiral Michiel Adriaensz de Ruyter by Ferdinand Bol, painted circa 1667. It depicts the admiral in elaborate attire, standing next to a globe and in front of a naval scene. Bol was a Dutch painter and etcher, and this portrait is a prime example of Dutch Golden Age portraiture. The painting's composition, details, and color palette reflect the prosperity and artistic achievements of the Netherlands during that time.