COQUES, Gonzales - A Family Group (Artwork) Crewneck Sweatshirt
Adorn yourself with the essence of 17th-century Flemish artistry. This crewneck sweatshirt features a design adapted from Gonzales Coques' masterpiece, "A Family Group." The artwork, originally painted around 1664, is a captivating depiction of a well-to-do Antwerp family.
A Family Narrative
The design captures the dynamic composition of the painting. Observe the interplay of gazes and gestures: the father’s thoughtful downward glance, the son’s distraction, and the wife and daughters forming a visual diagonal across the design. The artist intricately communicates familial relationships through these subtle cues.
Symbolism and Social Commentary
The design highlights key symbolic elements. A central figure, the eldest daughter, stands slightly apart, gathering roses. The roses, often symbolizing love and marriage, hint at her future. The overall design subtly conveys the family's prosperity and stability, reflecting their social status and aspirations, presenting a "social announcement" on your chest.
Elegance and Intimacy
The design, like the original painting, embodies the bridge between bourgeois portraiture and aristocratic style. It encapsulates the intimacy and narrative depth of Coques' mature style, transforming a static portrait into a dynamic family narrative.
Unisex Heavy-Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt
A clean, dependable crewneck engineered for everyday wear. The cotton/poly blend keeps prints bright and the fit approachable — neither too boxy nor too snug. It's the sort of sweatshirt you reach for when comfort matters.
Product Highlights
Built from a balanced cotton and polyester mix, this crewneck gives you the soft hand of cotton with the color-keeping and shape retention polyester offers. That fabric combo helps printed artwork look crisp and vibrant, wash after wash.
Practical construction details — a ribbed knit collar that holds its shape and the absence of side seams — remove common annoyances so the sweatshirt feels smooth and lasting during everyday use.
- Cotton/poly blend for softness, durability, and color retention
- Ribbed knit collar to prevent stretching and keep a neat neckline
- No side seams for a cleaner feel against the skin
- Midweight construction — warm without bulk
- Made to hold print detail and color after repeated washing
Fit & Style Notes
The cut is unisex and intended to be versatile — choose your normal size for a classic fit or size up if you prefer a relaxed, contemporary silhouette. The length and sleeve proportions are tuned for easy layering.
Style it with high-waist jeans for a clean look, throw on a lightweight coat for chilly commutes, or match with joggers for a comfortable set. Works well with bold prints or minimalist branding.
Size Guide
For best results, measure a crewneck you already own laid flat and compare the chest width and length to the chart below.
| Size | Width (in) | Length (in) | Sleeve (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 20.00 | 27.00 | 33.50 |
| M | 22.01 | 28.00 | 34.50 |
| L | 24.00 | 29.00 | 35.50 |
| XL | 26.00 | 30.00 | 36.50 |
| 2XL | 28.00 | 31.00 | 37.50 |
| 3XL | 30.00 | 32.00 | 38.50 |
| 4XL | 32.00 | 33.00 | 39.50 |
| 5XL | 34.00 | 34.00 | 40.50 |
Tip: For a trendier, roomy fit, size up one. For layering under a jacket, stick to your usual size.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Use non-chlorine bleach only when necessary
- Do not dry clean
- Tumble dry on low heat
- Do not iron
