Artwork

Landpartie

Landpartie, by Jan Frans van Bredael, unspecified, 1714
Landpartie, by Jan Frans van Bredael, unspecified, 1714

Landpartie is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Jan Frans van Bredael. It dates from 1714 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

Landpartie is a Rococo landscape painting created by Frans Breydel in 1714. It is held in the Alte Pinakothek collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a lively gathering near water, with figures engaged in various activities such as rowing or tending to animals, set against a backdrop of trees and buildings.

Technique & Style

Breydel's use of color brings the scene to life, contrasting warm tones with cool blues and greens to create an effect of energy and movement.

History & Provenance

Frans Breydel, also known as Jan Frans van Bredael the Elder, was a member of a prominent Antwerp family of painters. He worked primarily in Antwerp, as well as in London and Paris under aristocratic patronage.

Artist & collection

Artist

Jan Frans van Bredael

Jan Frans van Bredael or Jan Frans van Bredael the Elder (1& April 1686 – 19 February 1750) was a Flemish painter known for his landscapes, battle scenes and equestrian paintings.