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Seeschlacht zwischen Christen und Türken (Lepanto 1571?)

Seeschlacht zwischen Christen und Türken (Lepanto 1571?), by Johannes Lingelbach, oil, 1673
Seeschlacht zwischen Christen und Türken (Lepanto 1571?), by Johannes Lingelbach, oil, 1673

Seeschlacht zwischen Christen und Türken (Lepanto 1571?) is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Johannes Lingelbach. It dates from 1673 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections. Seeschlacht zwischen Christen und Türken (Lepanto 1571?

About this work

Overview

Seeschlacht zwischen Christen und Türken (Lepanto 1571?) is a 1673 oil painting by Johannes Lingelbach, a Dutch Golden Age artist associated with the Bamboccianti in Rome. It is a marine genre painting held in the Alte Pinakothek.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a chaotic naval battle, likely referencing the 1571 Battle of Lepanto between Christian and Ottoman forces. Figures struggle in the water and on damaged or sinking ships, conveying intense energy and drama.

Technique & Style

Lingelbach's use of oil paint creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer into the scene. The artist's rendering of the naval battle showcases their skill in capturing turmoil and action.

History & Provenance

Created in 1673, the painting is now part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Johannes Lingelbach

Artist

Johannes Lingelbach

Johannes (or Johann) Lingelbach (1622 – 3 November 1674) was a Dutch Golden Age painter, associated with the second generation of Bambocciate, a group of genre painters working in Rome from 1625–1700.