Artwork
Portrait of a Family
Portrait of a Family is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jacob Ochtervelt. It dates from 1670 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
About this work
Overview
Portrait of a Family is an oil painting by Jacob Ochtervelt, dated to 1670, and is part of the collection at the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a family group of five individuals and a dog in a dimly lit interior. A seated male figure, wearing a red robe, is surrounded by four women in long dresses of various colors, all gazing out towards the viewer.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro, with light entering from the left, accentuates the colors of the subjects' clothing. The work is characterized by its detailed rendering, capturing the textures of fabrics and the subtleties of facial expressions.
Artist & collection
