Artwork
A River Landscape with Turkeys and Poultry
A River Landscape with Turkeys and Poultry is an unspecified painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jan van Kessel the Elder. It dates from 1660 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
A River Landscape with Turkeys and Poultry is a 1660 painting by Jan van Kessel the Elder, a versatile artist known for working across multiple genres.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene riverside scene with domestic fowl, including turkeys and poultry, set against a backdrop of trees and buildings. The birds are shown in various poses, from standing on the riverbank to swimming in the water.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of color and texture brings the birds to life, with detailed renderings of their feathers and beaks. The composition adds depth to the scene, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the natural world.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst, created during the Dutch Golden Age when Jan van Kessel the Elder drew inspiration from earlier Flemish artists, including his grandfather Jan Brueghel the Elder.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan van Kessel the Elder or Jan van Kessel (I) (baptized 5 April 1626, Antwerp – 17 April 1679, Antwerp) was a Flemish painter active in Antwerp in the mid-17th century.
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