Artwork

The Quarry

The Quarry, by Abraham Begeyn, oil, 1660
The Quarry, by Abraham Begeyn, oil, 1660

The Quarry is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Abraham Begeyn. It dates from 1660 and is held in the collection of the Mauritshuis.

About this work

Overview

The Quarry is an oil painting by Abraham Begeyn, created in 1660. It is now held at the Mauritshuis.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a landscape with a quarry in the foreground, where people are working among large rocks and trees. A horse-drawn cart is prominently featured in the center.

Technique & Style

The color palette is subdued, with dominant shades of brown, green, and gray. The style is characteristic of Dutch Golden Age painting, with a focus on naturalistic representation.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Abraham Begeyn

Artist

Abraham Begeyn

Abraham Begeyn (1637–1697) was an artist, born in Leiden.

Mauritshuis

Museum

Mauritshuis

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