Philip van Dijk: A Baroque Portraitist of Hesse and Orange Philip van Dijk (10 January 1683 – 2 February 1753) stands as a prominent figure in the Dutch Baroque artistic landscape, celebrated primarily for his masterful portraits—particularly those depicting members of the Hessem-Kassel and Orange-Nassau royal families. Born in Haarlem, he embarked on an artistic journey that spanned decades, marked by significant influences from fellow artists like Arnold Boonen and Adriaen van der Werff, shaping him into a respected craftsman and teacher within his time. Early Life and Artistic Training…