Artwork
Fishing
Fishing is a paint painting by Adam Willaerts. It dates from 1627 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
About this work
Overview
Fishing, a painting by Adam Willaerts from circa 1627, is part of the collection at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin. The work depicts a dynamic beach scene.
Subject & Meaning
The scene focuses on everyday life, showing numerous figures engaged in fishing or leisure activities on the shore and in the water, amidst several boats. The lively composition conveys a sense of bustling activity.
Technique & Style
Characterized by meticulous detail, the painting features a diverse palette and varied textures. The depiction of a cloudy sky and choppy water adds to the overall sense of movement and realism.
History & Provenance
Created around 1627, the painting is attributed to Adam Willaerts. Its current location is the Gemäldegalerie Berlin, though specific details of its provenance before acquisition are not provided here.
Artist & collection
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The defeat of the Spanish at Gibraltar by a Dutch fleet under the command of Admiral Jacob van Heemskerck, 25 April 1607
Untitled
Shipwreck off a Rocky Coast
The defeat of the Spanish at Gibraltar by a Dutch fleet under command of Admiral Jacob van Heemskerck, 25 April 1607
Ships off a rocky coast
Allegory of the Dutch victory over the Spanish fleet at Gibraltar, 25 April 1607
View of a Beach
View of a Dutch Roadstead
Fishing boats on the beach
A Coastal Scene with Dutch Vessels and a Fish Market
View of a Dutch Roadstead
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A Kaag and a Smak in a Calm
View of Scheveningen Sands
Beach View
View across the River Y toward Amsterdam
În bătaia vântului