Van Honthorst became court painter to the princess of Orange, at The Hague (1637). His works are numerous (portraits, pictures, taverns, etc.). Because of his scenes by night or illuminated by a single candle, he was best known as Gherardo delle Notti. | Van Honthorst became court painter to the princess of Orange, at The Hague (1637). His works are numerous (portraits, pictures, taverns, etc.). Because of his scenes by night or illuminated by a single candle, he was best known as Gherardo delle Notti. |