Artwork
Landscape with Village: "Autumn"
Landscape with Village: "Autumn" is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jacob Savery. It dates from 1600 and is held in the collection of the Städel Museum.
About this work
Overview
Landscape with Village: 'Autumn' is a 1600 oil painting by Jacob Savery the Elder, a Flemish artist who worked in the Dutch Republic. The work is part of the Städel Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a peaceful autumnal village scene, with a large tree in the foreground and a village in the background. Figures engage in everyday activities, such as tending to animals or working in the fields, amidst rolling hills and distant mountains.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of warm colors and soft brushstrokes creates a cozy atmosphere, drawing the viewer into the tranquil scene. The painting showcases Savery's focus on naturalistic detail and local scenery, characteristic of his work during the Dutch Golden Age.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jacob Savery or Jacob Savery the Elder (1566 – buried 23 April 1603) was a Flemish painter, etcher and draughtsman.
