Who painted Parable of the Wheat and the Tares?

Parable of the Wheat and the Tares was painted by Abraham Bloemaert in 1624.

Where can I see Parable of the Wheat and the Tares?

Parable of the Wheat and the Tares is held by Walters Art Museum.

What movement is Parable of the Wheat and the Tares?

Parable of the Wheat and the Tares is associated with Early Baroque Italian.

Can I buy a print of Parable of the Wheat and the Tares?

Museum-quality prints of Parable of the Wheat and the Tares are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Parable of the Wheat and the Tares

Abraham Bloemaert , 1624

Parable of the Wheat and the Tares is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Abraham Bloemaert. It dates from 1624 and is held in the collection of the Walters Art Museum.

About this work

Overview

Parable of the Wheat and the Tares is a 1624 oil painting by Dutch artist Abraham Bloemaert, blending a biblical narrative with serene countryside elements.

Subject & Meaning

The painting illustrates the biblical Parable of the Tares, juxtaposed with everyday rural life, including a dovecote and a sleeping shepherd, conveying a sense of everyday life intersecting with spiritual themes.

Technique & Style

Executed in the early Baroque Italian style, the work features soft shadows and chiaroscuro, creating a quiet, peaceful atmosphere, characteristic of Bloemaert's adaptation of Baroque techniques after his initial Mannerist period.

History & Provenance

Created in 1624, the painting reflects Bloemaert's transition from the Haarlem Mannerist style to Baroque. As a renowned teacher, he influenced the Utrecht Caravaggisti, a group of Dutch painters inspired by Caravaggio.

Context

The scene's tranquility, with figures resting near a raised wooden hut, a grazing goat, and a horse, suggests a portrayal of rural repose, possibly after a day's labor, set against a backdrop of rolling hills and trees.

Legacy

While the painting's specific legacy is not detailed here, Bloemaert's work, including this piece, contributed to the broader influence of Baroque styles in Dutch art, and his teaching impacted the development of the Utrecht Caravaggisti.