A Mountainous Landscape with a Waterfall

Kerstiaen de Keuninck

Created:
Movement:
1605
Baroque
key Notes:
Dramatic topography, Dynamic water flow
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Dimensions:
27 1/4 x 48 in. (69.2 x 121.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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A Mountainous Landscape with a Waterfall by Kerstiaen de Keuninck

"A Mountainous Landscape with a Waterfall", created in 1605 by Kerstiaen de Keuninck, is an exemplary work of the Flemish Baroque period, executed in oil on wood. The painting showcases de Keuninck's mastery in depicting dramatic natural scenes, characterized by dynamic compositions and a vivid portrayal of light and shadow. This work reflects the influence of the Antwerp school, where de Keuninck was active, and highlights the period's fascination with the sublime aspects of nature. De Keuninck, a lesser-known yet skilled artist, was a contemporary of more prominent figures like Peter Paul Rubens, and his landscapes contributed to the broader appreciation of nature in art during the early 17th century. The painting's intricate detail and atmospheric perspective demonstrate the artist's technical proficiency and his ability to evoke emotion through landscape. As a historical artifact, it provides insight into the evolving tastes and artistic priorities of the time, particularly the growing interest in landscape as a subject in its own right.

Description of the work:

A Mountainous Landscape with a Waterfall by Kerstiaen de Keuninck

Created in 1605, "A Mountainous Landscape with a Waterfall" by Kerstiaen de Keuninck is an oil on wood painting that exemplifies the Northern Mannerist style, characterized by its dramatic and intricate depiction of natural scenery. The artwork captures a dynamic and detailed landscape, focusing on the interplay of rugged mountains and cascading water, reflecting the artist's skill in rendering atmospheric effects and textures.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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A Mountainous Landscape with a Waterfall