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Hearing
Hearing is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Gonzales Coques. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
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Overview
Hearing is a 17th-century oil painting created by Flemish artist Gonzales Coques around 1650. The work is a portrait of a man deeply engaged in playing a lute, characterized by a somber color palette and intimate atmosphere.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, dressed in black and white attire with wavy hair, is fully absorbed in playing the lute, which is depicted in warm, golden hues. The composition conveys a sense of quiet contemplation, drawing the viewer into a serene, focused moment.
Technique & Style
Coques employs a dark background to highlight the subject, creating depth and intimacy. The style reflects his Baroque tendencies and resemblance to Anthony van Dyck, for which he was nicknamed 'the little van Dyck'.
History & Provenance
Hearing is part of the collection at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp. Coques, known for portraits and history paintings, also operated as an art dealer during his career.
Context
Created during the Baroque period, the painting aligns with the era's emphasis on emotional depth and detailed realism. Coques' work sits within the broader Flemish artistic tradition of the time.
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Artist
Gonzales Coques (between 1614 and 1618 – 18 April 1684) was a Flemish painter of portraits and history paintings.
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