Artwork
Landscape with Cephalus and Procris
Landscape with Cephalus and Procris is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Denis van Alsloot. It dates from 1608 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
About this work
Overview
Landscape with Cephalus and Procris is a 1608 oil painting by Denis van Alsloot, a Flemish artist known for his landscapes and genre scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a wooded scene with the mythological figures Cephalus and Procris, drawing on classical narrative.
Technique & Style
As a representative of the Flemish Baroque movement, the work showcases van Alsloot's skill in landscape painting, characteristic of the Sonian Forest school.
History & Provenance
Van Alsloot was active in Brussels from around 1570 to 1626, working as a court painter and collaborating with other notable landscape artists.
Artist & collection
Artist
Denis van Alsloot or Denijs van Alsloot (c. 1570 – c. 1626) was a Flemish landscape and genre painter, draughtsman, and tapestry designer. He was employed as a court painter and worked for the local elite in Brussels.…
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