Artwork
Winter
Winter is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jan van Goyen. It dates from 1625 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
Overview
Winter is a 1625 oil painting by Jan van Goyen, a prolific Dutch artist known for his diverse subjects and extensive output.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a lively winter scene with people engaging in various activities on a frozen pond, set against a backdrop of buildings and bare trees, capturing the tranquility and energy of the season.
Technique & Style
Van Goyen employed soft colors and gentle light to convey the cold atmosphere, achieving a balance between the dynamic movement of the skaters and the stillness of the surrounding landscape.
History & Provenance
Created during the Dutch Golden Age, Winter is now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, reflecting the rich artistic heritage of the Netherlands during this period.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Josephszoon van Goyen (Dutch pronunciation: ; 13 January 1596 – 27 April 1656) was a Dutch landscape painter.
