Artwork
Landscape with Travellers some of them in Oriental Costume
Landscape with Travellers some of them in Oriental Costume is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Abraham de Haen. It dates from 1735 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1735, *Landscape with Travellers some of them in Oriental Costume* is an oil painting by the Dutch artist Abraham de Haen (1707–1775). Though de Haen is chiefly remembered for his detailed drawings of castles and country houses, this work places him within the Rococo tradition, presenting a bucolic scene populated by a small group of wayfarers.
Subject & Meaning
The composition shows a winding path crossing a gently rolling countryside, where a handful of figures move together. Several of the travelers are dressed in exotic, Oriental-inspired garments, a visual cue that reflects the 18th‑century European fascination with the East and suggests a narrative of exploration or cultural encounter within an otherwise tranquil setting.
Technique & Style
De Haen employs a soft, diffused light that models the hills and foliage, creating a subtle chiaroscuro that lends depth to the landscape. Warm, earthy tones dominate the palette, while careful attention to the texture of fabrics and foliage gives the scene a tactile quality. The brushwork remains delicate, aligning with the ornamental sensibilities of the Rococo period.
History & Provenance
The painting entered the collection of Denmark’s Statens Museum for Kunst, where it remains on display. Its acquisition reflects the museum’s broader interest in 18th‑century Northern European art, and it provides a rare example of de Haen’s work beyond his more widely known architectural sketches.
Artist & collection
Artist
Abraham de Haen (6 April 1707 in Amsterdam – 8 August 1748 in Amsterdam), also known as Abraham de Haan, was a Dutch draughtsman and engraver known particularly for his drawings of castles and manors.
