Artwork
Satire on the trial of Johan van Oldenbarneveldt
Satire on the trial of Johan van Oldenbarneveldt is an oil painting by Cornelis Saftleven. It dates from 1663 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
Overview
Cornelis Saftleven's 1663 painting, Satire on the trial of Johan van Oldenbarneveldt, is an oil-on-canvas work satirizing a pivotal Dutch historical event. It is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a chaotic scene around a serious-looking man, featuring various animals and a shadowy figure with a sign. The animals likely represent conflicting groups or ideas, mocking the trial of Johan van Oldenbarneveldt, a significant Dutch statesman.
Technique & Style
Rendered in oil paint, the work is characteristic of 17th-century Dutch genre and historical art, aligning with Saftleven's diverse oeuvre, which includes rural scenes, history paintings, and satirical pieces.
History & Provenance
Created in 1663 by Cornelis Saftleven, the painting is now held in the Rijksmuseum, reflecting its significance within Dutch art and history.
Context
The painting references the trial of Johan van Oldenbarneveldt, a prominent Dutch statesman, indicating the artwork's roots in a specific historical event marked by power struggles and chaos.
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Artist
Cornelis Saftleven (c. 1607 in Gorinchem – 1 June 1681 in Rotterdam) was a Dutch painter who worked in a great variety of genres. Known in particular for his rural genre scenes, his range of subjects was very wide and…
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