The Newborn Baby

Matthijs Naiveu

Created:
Movement:
1675
Baroque
key Notes:
Domestic intimacy, Dutch Golden Age.
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Dimensions:
25 1/4 x 31 1/2 in. (64.1 x 80 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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The Newborn Baby by Matthijs Naiveu

The Newborn Baby, painted by Matthijs Naiveu in 1675, is an exemplary work of the Dutch Golden Age, executed in oil on canvas. Naiveu, a pupil of the renowned artist Gerrit Dou, was known for his detailed genre scenes that often depicted domestic life with a sense of intimacy and realism. This painting captures a tender moment of familial joy, reflecting the period's interest in everyday life and the celebration of domesticity. Naiveu's work is significant for its meticulous attention to detail and the use of light, which enhances the emotional depth of the scene. Historically, the painting contributes to our understanding of 17th-century Dutch society, particularly in its portrayal of family dynamics and the importance of childbirth. Naiveu's contributions to genre painting are appreciated for their narrative quality and technical skill, securing his place among the notable artists of his time.

Description of the work:

The Newborn Baby by Matthijs Naiveu

Created in 1675, "The Newborn Baby" by Matthijs Naiveu is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age's attention to domestic scenes and intricate detail. The artwork captures a tender moment of familial intimacy, characteristic of the period's genre painting style.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Newborn Baby