Willem Van Heythuyzen
- Artist
- Frans Hals
- Date
- c.1625
- Style
- Baroque
- Genre
- Portrait
- Location
- Alte Pinakothek
The portrait titled 'Willem Van Heythuyzen' is an oil-on-canvas painting by Dutch Golden Age artist Frans Hals, created between 1625 and 1630. It depicts Haarlem cloth merchant Willem van Heythuysen in a theatrical pose, wielding a rapier, showcasing Hals's mastery of lively Baroque style. The dynamic composition and striking realism exemplify Hals's skill in capturing character and vitality. Now housed in the Alte Pinakothek in Munich, this work remains a prime example of Hals's innovative approach to portraiture.
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