Who painted View of the Environs of Brussels?

View of the Environs of Brussels was painted by David Teniers the Younger in 1650.

Where can I see View of the Environs of Brussels?

View of the Environs of Brussels is held by Hermitage Museum.

What movement is View of the Environs of Brussels?

View of the Environs of Brussels is associated with Flemish Baroque painting.

Can I buy a print of View of the Environs of Brussels?

Museum-quality prints of View of the Environs of Brussels are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

View of the Environs of Brussels

David Teniers the Younger , 1650

View of the Environs of Brussels is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist David Teniers the Younger. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

View of the Environs of Brussels, circa 1650, is an oil painting by David Teniers the Younger, capturing a serene landscape of Brussels' outskirts, now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays a tranquil riverside scene with everyday people, deviating from the era's typical depiction of nobility, and offering a glimpse into ordinary life.

Technique & Style

Teniers employed light hues and loose brushstrokes to evoke a sense of calm and depth, with the distant town and misty sky creating a soft, atmospheric effect.

History & Provenance

Created around 1650, the work is attributed to David Teniers the Younger and is currently housed at the State Hermitage Museum.