Artwork
Fliehender Schwan
Fliehender Schwan is an unspecified painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Jan Fyt. It dates from 1636 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Fliehender Schwan is a 1636 painting by Jan Fyt, a Flemish Baroque artist known for his still lifes and animal depictions.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a swan in a dramatic pose, standing on grass surrounded by reeds, with its wings spread and beak open. The dark background emphasizes the swan's tense posture.
Technique & Style
Fyt's detailed rendering of the swan's feathers creates a sense of texture and depth, while his use of light and shadow adds to the overall drama.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection, exemplifying the Flemish Baroque style that influenced artists like Pieter Boel.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Fijt, Jan Fijt or Johannes Fijt (or Fyt) (19 August 1609 – 11 September 1661) was a Flemish Baroque painter, draughtsman and etcher.
