Artwork

Orange Festival

Orange Festival, by Jacobus van Looy, oil, 1896
Orange Festival, by Jacobus van Looy, oil, 1896

Orange Festival is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Jacobus van Looy. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Overview

Orange Festival is an oil painting created by Jacobus van Looy in 1896. It is a genre scene depicting a lively gathering.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows a festive atmosphere with people dressed in formal attire, surrounded by orange decorations. The scene conveys a sense of joy and celebration, with the figures appearing to be enjoying themselves.

Technique & Style

The artist has used varying levels of detail to distinguish between the foreground and background. The figures in the foreground are rendered with greater precision, while the background is more blurred, creating a sense of depth.

History & Provenance

The painting is held at the Rijksmuseum.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jacobus van Looy

Artist

Jacobus van Looy

Jacobus van Looy (1855–1930) was an artist, born in Haarlem.

Rijksmuseum

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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