Artwork

Fighting Cocks

Fighting Cocks, by Piet van Engelen, oil, 1902
Fighting Cocks, by Piet van Engelen, oil, 1902

Fighting Cocks is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Piet van Engelen. It dates from 1902 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.

About this work

Overview

Fighting Cocks is an oil painting created by Piet van Engelen in 1902, currently held at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a dynamic scene of chickens and turkeys in a barnyard, with birds shown in various poses, some aggressive and others subdued.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of chiaroscuro and a range of colors effectively captures the textures and feathers of the birds, creating a sense of depth and dimensionality.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Piet van Engelen

Artist

Piet van Engelen

Piet van Engelen (1863–1924) was an artist, born in Lier.