Artwork
A Virgem circundada de flores
A Virgem circundada de flores is an unspecified painting by Jan van Kessel the Elder. It dates from 1648 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Ancient Art.
About this work
Overview
A Virgem circundada de flores is a 1648 painting by Jan van Kessel the Elder, a Flemish artist known for his work in multiple genres.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the Virgin Mary in prayer, surrounded by a circular arrangement of flowers, combining a religious theme with naturalistic detail.
Technique & Style
The artist employs chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts between light and dark to create depth and volume, and highlights the colors of the flowers and the Virgin's clothing against a dark background.
History & Provenance
The work reflects Jan van Kessel's engagement with the traditions of earlier Flemish painters, including Daniel Seghers and 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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