Who painted Parable of the Weeds among the Wheat?

Parable of the Weeds among the Wheat was painted by Isaac van Swanenburg in 1600.

Where can I see Parable of the Weeds among the Wheat?

Parable of the Weeds among the Wheat is held by Rijksmuseum.

What movement is Parable of the Weeds among the Wheat?

Parable of the Weeds among the Wheat is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

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Artwork

Parable of the Weeds among the Wheat

Isaac van Swanenburg , 1600

Parable of the Weeds among the Wheat is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Isaac van Swanenburg. It dates from 1600 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

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Overview

Parable of the Weeds among the Wheat is a 1600 oil painting by Isaac van Swanenburg, a Dutch Renaissance artist and civic figure, created during the Dutch Golden Age.

Subject & Meaning

The painting illustrates a biblical parable (referenced by 'Math. xviii'), likely conveying a lesson on patience through a bustling agricultural scene, where a bearded figure in red robes appears to instruct others amidst harvesting activity.

Technique & Style

Van Swanenburg employed a warm color palette with pronounced reds and earthy tones set against cooler blues and greens, achieving a sense of depth and possibly incorporating chiaroscuro to enhance dramatic effect through light and shadow.

History & Provenance

Isaac van Swanenburg, also known for his roles as a Leiden mayor and glazier, created this work. It is now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Isaac van Swanenburg

Isaak Nicolai or Isaac Claesz van Swanenburg (1537 – 1614 in Leiden) was a Dutch Renaissance painter and glazier active in Leiden and Gouda. He was a city council member from 1576 and became mayor of Leiden five times.