A View of The Hague from the Northwest

Jan van Goyen

Created:
Movement:
1647
Baroque
key Notes:
Panoramic Landscape; Atmospheric Perspective
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Dimensions:
26 x 37 7/8 in. (66 x 96.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
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A View of The Hague from the Northwest by Jan van Goyen

Jan van Goyen (1596–1656) was a prominent Dutch landscape painter known for his tonal style and innovative compositions. His painting, A View of The Hague from the Northwest, created in 1647, exemplifies his mastery in capturing the serene and expansive Dutch landscape using oil on wood. This work is significant for its subtle use of color and light, which became a hallmark of the Dutch Golden Age landscape painting. Van Goyen's ability to convey atmospheric effects and the vastness of the sky influenced many contemporaries and later artists. The painting reflects the artist's deep connection to his native land and his skill in portraying the interplay between nature and human habitation. Van Goyen's contributions to landscape painting helped establish it as a respected genre in the 17th century.

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A View of The Hague from the Northwest by Jan van Goyen

Created in 1647, Jan van Goyen's "A View of The Hague from the Northwest" is an oil on wood painting that exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age landscape style, characterized by its muted color palette and atmospheric perspective. The artwork captures a panoramic view of The Hague, showcasing the artist's skill in rendering expansive skies and detailed topography.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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A View of The Hague from the Northwest