Jacob Duck

Jacob Duck was an artist active during the period 1600 to 1655. Although details regarding his nationality and specific artistic movements are often contextual, his enduring legacy is established through works held in major international institutions.

The artist’s output, as represented in museum collections, comprises paintings and prints. Currently, collections document three paintings and two prints attributed to Duck. His subjects range widely, covering genre scenes, equestrian studies, and biblical narratives. Notable compositions include the interior scene A Couple in an Interior with a Fortune-Teller and the historical work Salome with the Head of Saint John the Baptist. Further documented works include Riding School and River Landscape with Horseman.

Jacob Duck paintings and prints are preserved in prominent collections across the world, confirming his historical relevance. These institutions include the Rijksmuseum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art (MMA), and the National Gallery of Art (NGA). The continued exhibition and study of this material ensure its accessibility. Given the age of the works, many of the images are now in the public domain, allowing institutions to make high-quality prints and downloadable artwork available for scholarly research and appreciation.