Artwork
Vertumnus and Pomona
Vertumnus and Pomona is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist David Teniers the Younger. It dates from 1638 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
About this work
Overview
Vertumnus and Pomona is a 1638 painting on copper by David Teniers the Younger, a Flemish Baroque artist known for his diverse range of works.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates a scene from Roman mythology, depicting the figures of Vertumnus and Pomona in a serene garden setting, drawing on classical sources for its narrative.
Technique & Style
Executed on copper, the work showcases Teniers' skill in capturing vibrant colors and tranquil atmosphere, characteristic of the Flemish Baroque style.
History & Provenance
Created in 1638, Vertumnus and Pomona is now part of the Kunsthistorisches Museum's collection.
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Artist & collection
Artist
David Teniers the Younger or David Teniers II was a Flemish Baroque painter, printmaker, and artist.
