Artwork

Landscape with the Temptation of Saint Anthony the Great

Landscape with the Temptation of Saint Anthony the Great, by Kerstiaen de Keuninck, oil, 1550
Landscape with the Temptation of Saint Anthony the Great, by Kerstiaen de Keuninck, oil, 1550

Landscape with the Temptation of Saint Anthony the Great is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Kerstiaen de Keuninck. It dates from 1550 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.

About this work

Overview

Landscape with the Temptation of Saint Anthony the Great is an oil painting by Kerstiaen de Keuninck, created around 1550. It is now held at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a rural landscape with a large tree in the foreground, surrounded by people and animals. In the distance, various activities such as hunting, farming, and a gathering around a fire are shown, set against rolling hills and a cloudy sky.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by a realistic style with attention to detail and texture. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth, while the application of color and light contributes to the overall mood, evoking warmth and tranquility.

Artist & collection