Who painted Reynard Tells a Story of Hidden Treasure?

Reynard Tells a Story of Hidden Treasure was painted by Allart van Everdingen in 1650.

Where can I see Reynard Tells a Story of Hidden Treasure?

Reynard Tells a Story of Hidden Treasure is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Reynard Tells a Story of Hidden Treasure?

Reynard Tells a Story of Hidden Treasure is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Reynard Tells a Story of Hidden Treasure?

Museum-quality prints of Reynard Tells a Story of Hidden Treasure are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Reynard Tells a Story of Hidden Treasure

Allart van Everdingen , 1650

Reynard Tells a Story of Hidden Treasure is an ink print by the Baroque artist Allart van Everdingen. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Reynard Tells a Story of Hidden Treasure is a 17th-century etching by Dutch Golden Age artist Allart van Everdingen, created circa 1650. The work depicts a narrative scene from the medieval Reynard cycle, showcasing the artist's printmaking expertise.

Subject & Meaning

The etching features a fox (Reynard) standing on hind legs in a forest, gesturing as if sharing a secret or tale. This anthropomorphic portrayal, typical of Baroque symbolism, likely conveys human traits or morals through the cunning fox character.

Technique & Style

Executed in black-and-white etching, the piece exhibits meticulous detail, with dense, intricately rendered foliage, roots, and rocks. The dramatic, detailed storytelling aligns with Baroque artistic conventions.

History & Provenance

Created around 1650 by Allart van Everdingen, a Dutch painter and printmaker proficient in etching and mezzotint. Specific provenance details are not provided.

Context

Part of the broader European Baroque art movement, this etching reflects the era's penchant for symbolic animal narratives. The medieval Reynard cycle, a collection of tales featuring the fox as a central, often trickster character, influenced the artwork's theme.

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Artist

Allart van Everdingen

Allaert van Everdingen (Dutch pronunciation: ; bapt. 18 June 1621 – 8 November 1675 (buried)), was a Dutch Golden Age painter and printmaker in etching and mezzotint.