Grootekerk at Haarlem

1741

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Grootekerk at Haarlem is a 1741 by Unknown, a Baroque work, depicting Grote Kerk, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1741 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white image shows a busy town square with a large, towering church at the center. The church has tall spires, arched windows, and a big arched doorway. People walk around, some in groups, others alone, while a horse-drawn carriage sits near the right side. Smaller buildings line the square, and a dog stands near the bottom left. The church looks like a real landmark, and the style of the buildings suggests this might be an older European town. The way light and shadow play on the church’s details gives it a dramatic look. Next, check out the Baroque movement to see how artists used bold shapes and light in their work.