The Interior of the Nieuwe Kerk, Amsterdam, with a Sermon in Progress

Emanuel de Witte

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key Notes:

Light and Architecture.

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

Emanuel de Witte's painting "The Interior of the Nieuwe Kerk, Amsterdam, with a Sermon in Progress," created circa 1668, depicts the interior of the Nieuwe Kerk, a prominent Protestant church in Amsterdam, capturing the architectural details and the congregation engaged in a sermon. This work exemplifies de Witte's interest in light and space, as well as his ability to convey the social and religious dynamics of 17th-century Dutch society, reflecting the significance of Protestant worship during this period.

Description of the work:

Emanuel de Witte's painting "The Interior of the Nieuwe Kerk, Amsterdam, with a Sermon in Progress" depicts the expansive interior of the Nieuwe Kerk, characterized by its soaring vaulted ceilings and intricate architectural details, rendered with a keen attention to light and shadow. The composition captures a congregation engaged in a sermon, with figures arranged in a dynamic interplay of movement and stillness, emphasizing the spiritual and communal aspects of the setting.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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