Artwork
The Judgment of Solomon
The Judgment of Solomon is a paint painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Jan Rombouts I. It dates from 1528 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
About this work
Overview
The Judgment of Solomon is a 1528 oil painting by Jan Rombouts I, a Flemish artist associated with the Northern Renaissance. It is currently held at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a biblical scene from the Old Testament, showing King Solomon on his throne, surrounded by a crowd, as he prepares to judge between two women claiming the same infant.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by intricate textures and detailed folds in the figures' clothing, as well as a deep background featuring architectural elements, showcasing Rombouts' skill in rendering complex scenes.
History & Provenance
Created during Rombouts' career in Leuven, the painting reflects the influence of Bernard van Orley's innovations on his work, situating it within the broader context of Flemish Renaissance art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Rombouts the Elder, Jan Rombouts (I) (c. 1480 in Leuven – 1535 in Leuven), was a Flemish Renaissance painter, glass painter, draftsman, printmaker and glass designer. The subjects of his work are stories from the…
