English▸ the name of a family of Dutch painters.
▪ Willem(1611–93); known as Willem van de Velde the Elder. He painted marine subjects and was official artist to the Dutch fleet. He also worked for Charles II.
▪ Willem(1633–1707), son of Willem the Elder; known as Willem van de Velde the Younger. He was also a notable marine artist who painted for Charles II.
▪ Adriaen(1636–72); son of Willem the Elder. He painted landscapes, portraits, and biblical and genre scenes.