Artwork

Mountainous Landscape

Mountainous Landscape, by Mattheus Molanus, oil, 1630
Mountainous Landscape, by Mattheus Molanus, oil, 1630

Mountainous Landscape is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Mattheus Molanus. It dates from 1630 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

Mountainous Landscape is an oil painting created by Mattheus Molanus in 1630, currently held at the State Hermitage Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene mountainous scene with a prominent range in the background, rendered in shades of brown and gray, and foreground foliage adding depth. The atmosphere is tranquil, with a warm glow cast over the landscape.

Technique & Style

Molanus's use of light and shadow creates a sense of atmosphere, with the interplay of warm tones and shading contributing to the overall mood of the work.

Artist & collection

Artist

Mattheus Molanus

Mattheus Molanus (1591–1645) was an artist, born in Frankenthal.

Hermitage Museum

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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