Artwork
Concert of Angels
Concert of Angels is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Hendrick van Balen the Elder. It dates from 1611 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
About this work
Overview
Concert of Angels is a small oil-on-copper painting created by Hendrick van Balen the Elder around 1611. It exemplifies the artist's skill in depicting dynamic scenes on a compact scale.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a group of angels gathered in the sky, engaged in a musical performance. They are shown playing various instruments and singing, conveying a sense of joy and celebration.
Technique & Style
Van Balen employed chiaroscuro to create a striking contrast between the illuminated angels and the dark background, imbuing the scene with energy and movement. The use of copper as a support allowed for a high level of detail and luminosity.
History & Provenance
The painting is now part of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp's collection. Van Balen, a prominent Flemish painter and teacher, was active in the early 17th century and played a role in shaping the work of artists like Anthony van Dyck.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hendrick van Balen or Hendrick van Balen I (c. 1573–1575 – 17 July 1632) was a Flemish Baroque painter and stained glass designer. Hendrick van Balen specialised in small cabinet pictures often painted on a copper…
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