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Jacob de Wit Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Jacob de Wit our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Jacob de Wit · 1695 – 1754

The Epic Poem (1743)

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1743 · Mauritshuis, The Hague · original 270 x 398 cm

This artwork, ‘The Epic Poem’ by Jacob de Wit (1695 – 1754), exemplifies Dutch Rococo artistry. Created in 1743, it showcases a monumental illusionist tour de force featuring Apollo and the nine Muses, representing artistic disciplines. Commissioned for Rapenburg 48 in Leiden, this grisaille ceiling painting reflects De Wit’s mastery of Baroque techniques and cemented his legacy as Amsterdam's for

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The annunciation, 1723, Jacob de Wit

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1723 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 207.0 x 166.0cm

This dramatic Baroque oil painting by Jacob de Wit captures a divine encounter. Explore this masterpiece of light and shadow today.

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Popularity: No. 2 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Allegory on shipping by Jacob de Wit, 1732

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1732 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 111.0 x 113.0cm

This dramatic Baroque allegory by Jacob de Wit captures celestial movement. Explore this masterpiece of 18th-century Dutch art today.

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Popularity: No. 3 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Jacob de Wit, Flora and Zephyr (1743)

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1743 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 53 x 63 cm

Marvel at Jacob de Wit's 'Flora & Zephyr' (1743), a stunning Rococo masterpiece depicting mythological figures amidst clouds. Explore angelic beauty and vibrant allegories in this iconic painting.

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Popularity: No. 4 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Allegory of the Arts

1742 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 48 x 59 cm

Experience the lively Rococo allegory of the arts by Jacob de Wit (1742), featuring dynamic figures and angels in a cloudscape; discover this masterpiece today.

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Popularity: No. 5 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Allegory, Minerva with Three Putti by Jacob de Wit, 1750

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1750 · Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam · original 128.5 x 85.4cm

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Popularity: No. 6 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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The Comedy – catalogue record by Jacob de Wit

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1743 · Mauritshuis, The Hague · original 270 x 398 cm

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Popularity: No. 7 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Allegory of Government: Wisdom Defeating Discord by Jacob de Wit

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1738 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 51 x 39 cm

Discover Jacob de Wit’s ‘Allegory of Government’! A stunning 1738 Rococo fresco depicting wisdom defeating discord. Explore this masterpiece's illusionism & Baroque grandeur.

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Design for a ceiling piece with Aeneas and the four seasons in the corners, Jacob de Wit

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1720 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 51.5 x 69.5cm

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Popularity: No. 9 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Jacob de Wit: Zephyr and Flora

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1723 · Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo

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Popularity: No. 10 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Pope Gregory the Great, Church Father by Jacob de Wit, 1729

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1729 · Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam · original 346.0 x 74.0cm

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Popularity: No. 11 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Side Panel of Ceiling "The Dawn and the Seasons", 1744, Jacob de Wit

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1744 · Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam · original 152.0 x 177.0cm

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Popularity: No. 12 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Side Panel of Ceiling "The Dawn and the Seasons" – catalogue record by Jacob de Wit

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1744 · Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam · original 187.0 x 177.0cm

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Popularity: No. 13 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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The Pastoral Song by Jacob de Wit, 1743

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1743 · Mauritshuis, The Hague · original 270.0 x 398.0cm

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Popularity: No. 14 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Jacob de Wit: The personification of Amsterdam as a lady

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1741 · Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam · original 191.0 x 114.0cm

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Popularity: No. 15 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Jupiter, Disguised as Diana, Seducing the Nymph Callisto by Jacob de Wit, 1727

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1727 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 240.0 x 205.0cm

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Popularity: No. 16 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Allegory of painting - "Pictura"

1752 · Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam · original 110.0 x 58.0cm

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Popularity: No. 17 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Ceiling pieces "Day chases the night away" and "The four seasons"

1744 · Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam

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Popularity: No. 18 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Side Panel of Ceiling "The Dawn and the Seasons" (1744)

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1744 · Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam · original 187.0 x 177.0cm

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Popularity: No. 19 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Central part of ceiling "the dawn and the seasons" by Jacob de Wit, 1744

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1744 · Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam · original 370.0 x 520.0cm

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Popularity: No. 20 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Side Panel of Ceiling "The Dawn and the Seasons"

1744 · Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam · original 152.0 x 177.0cm

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Popularity: No. 21 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Jacob de Wit, Apollo in the clouds with Minerva and the nine muses (1731)

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1731 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 427.0 x 427.0cm

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Popularity: No. 22 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Allegory on the Writing of History by Jacob de Wit

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1754 · Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam · original 295.0 x 105.0cm

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Popularity: No. 23 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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The resurrection of Christ – catalogue record

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1750 · Museum Catharijneconvent, Utrecht · original 248.0 x 158.0cm

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Popularity: No. 24 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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Jupiter, Disguised as a Shepherd, Seducing Mnemosyne, the Goddess of Memory

1727 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 240.0 x 205.0cm

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Popularity: No. 25 of 127 artworks by Jacob de Wit
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The artist

Jacob de Wit

1695 – 1754

Quick facts

Born1695, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Lifespan59 years
Art periodEarly Modern
Museums on APSMauritshuis, Rijksmuseum, Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Toledo Museum of Art, Amsterdam Museum
Top 3 worksThe Epic Poem, The annunciation, Allegory on shipping
Topics exploredmythology, allegory, classical art, religious
Room fitliving room
Movementsbaroque

Biography

The Master of Light and Shadow: The Life of Jacob de Wit

In the golden age of Dutch Rococo, few names evoke the architectural splendor of the eighteenth century quite like Jacob de Wit. Born in Amsterdam in 1695, De Wit emerged not merely as a painter, but as a visionary decorator who transformed the very bones of historic buildings. His journey began under the rigorous tutelage of masters such as Albert van Spiers and Jacob van Hal, mentors who provided him with a sturdy foundation in Baroque principles. However, it was his ability to infuse these classical structures with the light, airy, and whimsical essence of the Rococo style that would eventually define his legacy. By 1714, his admission into the prestigious St. Luke's Guild in Amsterdam signaled the arrival of a formidable talent destined to shape the interiors of the Dutch elite.

De Wit’s artistic evolution was profoundly shaped by his pilgrimage to Antwerp. It was here that he encountered the monumental legacy of Peter Paul Rubens, specifically within the breathtaking ceilings of the Carolus Borromeuskerk. This encounter was transformative; rather than merely observing, De Wit meticulously documented these masterpieces through a series of watercolors. This endeavor, later published in 1751, did more than showcase his technical precision—it established him as a vital custodian of artistic heritage, bridging the gap between the heavy grandeur of the Flemish Baroque and the delicate elegance of his own era.

The Ethereal Elegance of Grisaille

What truly distinguishes De Wit from his contemporaries is his unparalleled mastery of grisaille. While many Rococo artists sought to dazzle the eye with a riot of pastel pigments, De Wit found profound expression in the subtle manipulation of monochrome. By working within a restricted palette of greys and muted tones, he mastered the art of tonal gradation, creating illusions of depth and sculptural form that seemed to breathe within their architectural settings. This technique allowed his ceiling paintings and door panels to integrate seamlessly with stone and plaster, lending an ethereal, almost ghostly quality to his compositions.

His ability to command light and shadow turned flat surfaces into windows of spiritual and narrative depth. Whether depicting the seasonal cycles in works like Autumn and Spring and Summer, or portraying sacred moments such as Saint Philip Baptizes the Eunuch, De Wit utilized light to guide the viewer's emotion. His work possessed a unique architectural rhythm, where every brushstroke served to enhance the structural grandeur of the rooms he adorned, making him the preeminent interior artist of his generation.

A Lasting Legacy in Dutch Art

The influence of Jacob de Wit extended far beyond his own brush, as he cultivated a school of artists who would carry his stylistic vision into the next generation. His studio became a crucible of talent, producing notable pupils including:

Jan de Groot
Dionys van Nijmegen
Jan Punt
Pieter Tanjé
The brothers Frans and Jacob Xavier

Through these disciples, the delicate balance of De Wit’s technique—the marriage of Baroque weight with Rococo grace—was preserved. Today, his works remain as enduring testaments to a period of immense decorative opulence. To walk through the historic halls of Amsterdam or Haarlem is to encounter the ghost of De Wit’s genius, where his monochrome masterpieces continue to dance with the light, reminding us of a time when painting was an inseparable part of the very air we breathe within a room.

Questions & Answers

Can I browse Jacob de Wit's works by movement?

Jacob de Wit's works can be browsed by movement on the artist's All Movements page.

Where are Jacob de Wit's artworks grouped by palette?

The By Palettes page groups Jacob de Wit's artworks by their color palettes.

Can I explore Jacob de Wit's works by keyword?

To find works by Jacob de Wit on a specific theme, use the artist's By Keywords page, which groups the artworks by keyword.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Oct. 11, 2026

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