Artwork
View of Haarlem
View of Haarlem is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Allart van Everdingen. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
View of Haarlem is a painting by Allaert van Everdingen, a Dutch artist active during the 17th century. The work is executed in oil paint and is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene landscape with the town of Haarlem in the distance, featuring a prominent church with a tall tower. Figures are shown working in the foreground fields, accompanied by horses, evoking a sense of everyday life during the Dutch Golden Age.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of oil paint allows for detailed rendering of the town's architecture and the activities of the people in the foreground. A cloudy, gray sky contributes to the overall calm atmosphere of the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
Allaert van Everdingen (Dutch pronunciation: ; bapt. 18 June 1621 – 8 November 1675 (buried)), was a Dutch Golden Age painter and printmaker in etching and mezzotint.
