Who painted Landscape with the Good Samaritan?

Landscape with the Good Samaritan was painted by Adriaen van Stalbemt in 1628.

Where can I see Landscape with the Good Samaritan?

Landscape with the Good Samaritan is held by Hermitage Museum.

Artwork

Landscape with the Good Samaritan

Landscape with the Good Samaritan is an oil painting by Adriaen van Stalbemt. It dates from 1628 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

Landscape with the Good Samaritan is a 1628 oil painting by Adriaen van Stalbemt, a Flemish artist known for integrating narrative elements into his landscapes.

Subject & Meaning

The painting illustrates a biblical scene, specifically the parable of the Good Samaritan, set against a meticulously rendered, expansive landscape backdrop.

Technique & Style

Van Stalbemt's approach often involved collaborating with other artists, where he would add figures to their landscapes, though the extent of external contribution to this work is unspecified.

History & Provenance

Created in 1628, specific details regarding the painting's ownership history and exhibitions are not provided in the available information.

Context

The work reflects van Stalbemt's characteristic style of enriching landscapes with religious themes, common among Flemish painters of the early 17th century who frequently blended genres.

Legacy

While the painting exemplifies van Stalbemt's contribution to the Flemish landscape tradition with narrative elements, its broader impact or notable appearances in art historical discourse are not detailed here.

Artist & collection

Artist

Adriaen van Stalbemt

Adriaen or Adriaan van Stalbemt or Adriaen van Stalbempt (12 June 1580 – 21 September 1662) was a Flemish painter and printmaker who is known for his landscapes with religious, mythological and allegorical scenes.

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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