Artwork

Franco van Langhel and His Sons with Saint John the Evangelist (outer face); Pieter van Os with Saint Peter (inner face)

Franco van Langhel and His Sons with Saint John the Evangelist (outer face); Pieter van Os with Saint Peter (inner face) is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Hieronymus Bosch. It dates from 1500 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting is a double-sided work attributed to Hieronymus Bosch, a prominent figure in the Early Netherlandish school. Created around 1500, it features two distinct scenes on its outer and inner faces.

Subject & Meaning

The outer face depicts Franco van Langhel and his sons with Saint John the Evangelist, while the inner face shows Pieter van Os with Saint Peter. The scenes are characterized by kneeling figures before a saintly figure, set against a distant landscape.

Technique & Style

The painting exemplifies Bosch's characteristic style, which often incorporates religious themes and symbolism. The use of oil paint allows for detailed rendering of the figures and their surroundings.

History & Provenance

The painting is now part of the collection at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston. Its creation is dated to around 1500, situating it within the Northern Renaissance.

Artist & collection

Artist

Hieronymus Bosch

Hieronymus Bosch (; Dutch: ; born Jheronimus van Aken ; c. 1450 – 9 August 1516) was a Dutch painter from Brabant. He is one of the most notable representatives of the Early Netherlandish painting school. His work,…