Who painted Landscape with a rainbow?

Landscape with a rainbow was painted by Lucas van Uden in 1635.

Where can I see Landscape with a rainbow?

Landscape with a rainbow is held by Kunsthistorisches Museum.

What movement is Landscape with a rainbow?

Landscape with a rainbow is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Can I buy a print of Landscape with a rainbow?

Museum-quality prints of Landscape with a rainbow are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Landscape with a rainbow

Lucas van Uden , 1635

Landscape with a rainbow is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Lucas van Uden. It dates from 1635 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1635, *Landscape with a Rainbow* is an oil painting by the Flemish artist Lucas van Uden. The work presents a tranquil countryside under a wide sky, where a vivid rainbow arches above gently undulating hills, scattered trees, and a meandering path that leads the eye through the composition.

Subject & Meaning

The scene combines natural and human elements: a small group of figures and livestock gather beside a stream, while distant buildings hint at settlement. The rainbow, positioned centrally, may symbolize hope or divine promise, reinforcing the peaceful atmosphere of the rural setting.

Technique & Style

Van Uden employs a delicate handling of light and shadow to model the landscape, contrasting the soft, luminous clouds with the textured bark of trees and the rugged terrain. His palette balances muted earth tones with the bright spectrum of the rainbow, creating depth through atmospheric perspective.

History & Provenance

The painting originates from the Dutch Golden Age, a period of prolific artistic production in the Low Countries. Although specific ownership records are sparse, the work reflects van Uden’s typical practice of producing original compositions while often collaborating with specialist figure painters.

Context

Operating in Antwerp, van Uden was known for detailed, atmospheric landscapes that catered to the era’s taste for idealized nature. *Landscape with a Rainbow* exemplifies his approach, integrating meticulous observation of terrain with a compositional harmony that aligns with contemporary Flemish landscape traditions.

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Artist

Lucas van Uden

Lucas van Uden (18 October 1595 – 4 November 1672) was a leading Flemish landscape painter, draughtsman and engraver, who lived and worked in Antwerp.