Artwork
Jonah Preaching to the Ninevites
Jonah Preaching to the Ninevites is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Gillis van Coninxloo. It dates from 1592 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Jonah Preaching to the Ninevites is a 1592 painting by Gillis van Coninxloo, a Flemish artist known for his landscapes. The work is characteristic of the Mannerist style and is now held in the Statens Museum for Kunst.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a biblical scene, with a central figure addressing a crowded gathering. The figures are rendered in shadowy detail, with the speaker's face obscured, while the dark, stormy background heightens the emotional impact of the scene.
Technique & Style
Coninxloo employs strong contrasts between light and dark to create depth and convey emotion. The densely wooded setting and detailed forest composition reflect his innovative approach to Northern European landscape painting.
Artist & collection
Artist
Gillis van Coninxloo (now also referred to as Gillis van Coninxloo II and previously referred to as Gillis van Coninxloo III) (24 January 1544 – January 1607) was a Flemish painter of landscapes.
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Jonah Preaching to the Ninevites