Who painted Temperantia?

Temperantia was painted by Erasmus Quellinus II in 1666.

Where can I see Temperantia?

Temperantia is held by Groeningemuseum.

What movement is Temperantia?

Temperantia is associated with Barbizon school.

Artwork

Temperantia

Erasmus Quellinus II , 1666

Temperantia is an oil painting by the Barbizon school artist Erasmus Quellinus II. It dates from 1666 and is held in the collection of the Groeningemuseum.

About this work

Overview

The painting Temperantia is a 1666 oil-on-canvas work by Erasmus Quellinus II, a Flemish artist trained by Peter Paul Rubens. It is part of the Groeningemuseum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts an allegorical female figure, possibly representing temperance or a saint, such as Saint Catherine of Alexandria, as suggested by the sword and wheel. She wears a red and gray robe and holds a sword and rope, symbolizing virtue.

Technique & Style

Quellinus' style in Temperantia reflects his training under Rubens, with the use of oil paint and allegorical subject matter characteristic of his work. The painting's composition and symbolism are typical of Flemish allegorical painting.

History & Provenance

Quellinus worked closely with Rubens in the 1630s and became a prominent artist in Flanders after Rubens' death in 1640. The painting is now held in the Groeningemuseum.

Artist & collection

Artist

Erasmus Quellinus II

Erasmus Quellinus the Younger or Erasmus Quellinus II (November 19, 1607 – November 11, 1678) was a Flemish painter, engraver, draughtsman and tapestry designer who worked in various genres including history, portrait, allegorical, battle…