Stock Photo - Portrait of Andries de Graeff Artus Quellinus I (1609-1668) Amsterdam, 1661, made of carrara marble. The mayors of Amsterdam were inspired by the ancient Roman Republic. This is powerfully expressed in this imposing portrait bust of Andries de Graeff. With his cloak wrapped to resemble a Classic toga, the mayor had himself immortalized in marble in the guise of a Roman consult, as is suggested by the letters 'COS' (the abbreviation for a consul in ancient Rome) following his name on the pedestal.

Stock Photo: Portrait of Andries de Graeff Artus Quellinus I (1609-1668) Amsterdam, 1661, made of carrara marble. The mayors of Amsterdam were inspired by the ancient Roman.

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