Who painted Stockholm?

Stockholm was painted by Ferdinand van Kessel the Elder in 1695.

Where can I see Stockholm?

Stockholm is held by Kunsthistorisches Museum.

What movement is Stockholm?

Stockholm is associated with Barbizon school.

Artwork

Stockholm

Ferdinand van Kessel the Elder , 1695

Stockholm is an oil painting by the Barbizon school artist Ferdinand van Kessel the Elder. It dates from 1695 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

About this work

Overview

“Stockholm” is a copper painting executed in 1695 by the Flemish artist Ferdinand van Kessel the Elder. The work measures a modest size typical of copper supports and is currently housed in the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna.

Technique & Style

Van Kessel, active in the late 17th century, is noted for his Baroque sensibility, especially in landscapes, still lifes, and whimsical genre scenes that often include monkeys. While his oeuvre is rooted in Flemish Baroque, the piece has been linked by later scholars to the naturalistic tendencies later associated with the Barbizon school.

History & Provenance

After its completion, the work entered private collections before being acquired by the Kunsthistorisches Museum, where it remains part of the museum’s permanent holdings. The museum’s catalogue lists it among the Flemish Baroque pieces in the European painting department.

Context

Created toward the end of the 17th century, “Stockholm” reflects the period’s interest in combining meticulous natural observation with decorative elegance. Its association with the later Barbizon movement highlights a retrospective appreciation for its realistic handling of landscape elements.