Artwork

Family Group on a Garden Terrace

Family Group on a Garden Terrace, by Unknown, 1664
Family Group on a Garden Terrace, by Unknown, 1664

Family Group on a Garden Terrace is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1664 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Family Group on a Garden Terrace is a work created around 1664 by a 17th-century artist. The image is now held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a large family gathered on a stone terrace, with adults at the center and children of various ages surrounding them. A garden with trees and a house in the distance forms the backdrop.

Technique & Style

The use of chiaroscuro, an artistic technique that utilizes strong contrasts between light and dark, creates a sense of depth. The figures are highlighted against the lighter background, with pronounced shadows on their faces and clothing.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known