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Het kind Jezus met de passiewerktuigen in een bloemenkrans

Het kind Jezus met de passiewerktuigen in een bloemenkrans, by Unknown, oil, 1601
Het kind Jezus met de passiewerktuigen in een bloemenkrans, by Unknown, oil, 1601

Het kind Jezus met de passiewerktuigen in een bloemenkrans is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Unknown. It dates from 1601 and is held in the collection of the Groeningemuseum.

About this work

Overview

The painting 'Het kind Jezus met de passiewerktuigen in een bloemenkrans' is an oil on canvas work depicting a figure surrounded by flowers.

Subject & Meaning

Contrary to its title, which translates to 'The Christ Child with the Instruments of the Passion in a floral wreath', the painting actually shows a woman in a dark robe with a red cloak, carrying a basket, surrounded by vibrant flowers, creating a serene atmosphere.

Technique & Style

The artist employs chiaroscuro, a technique utilizing strong contrasts between light and dark, to create a sense of depth and tranquility in the scene.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

Groeningemuseum

Museum

Groeningemuseum

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