Artwork
Lustige Zecher
Lustige Zecher is an unspecified painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist David Ryckaert III. It dates from 1636 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Lustige Zecher is a 1636 painting by David Ryckaert III, a Flemish artist known for depicting lively social scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows an older man examining a glass of liquid, watched by a younger figure, in a simple, convivial setting that reflects Ryckaert's focus on everyday life.
Technique & Style
Ryckaert used chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, to create depth and highlight the subject's face and glass, drawing attention to the scene's central moment.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection and exemplifies the Flemish Baroque style, having been created during Ryckaert's active period in 17th-century Antwerp.
Artist & collection
Artist
David Ryckaert III, David Rijckaert III or David Rijckaert the Younger (2 December 1612, Antwerp – 11 November 1661, Antwerp) was a Flemish painter known for his contribution to genre painting, in particular through his scenes of merry…
