1628
oil
panel
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister
Dominant colour
The Judgment of Midas is a 1628 oil by Adriaen van Stalbemt, a Flemish Baroque painting work, held at Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister.
In this painting, a group of people are gathered in a forest clearing. Some are dressed in ancient Greek or Roman attire, while others wear more modern clothing. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and foliage, with a few buildings visible in the distance. The figures in the painting appear to be engaged in various activities, with some playing musical instruments or holding objects. The overall atmosphere of the scene is one of leisure and entertainment. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and movement, drawing the viewer's eye through the scene. To learn more about the techniques used in this painting, look up the artist Adriaen van Stalbemt.
Adriaen or Adriaan van Stalbemt or Adriaen van Stalbempt (12 June 1580 – 21 September 1662) was a Flemish painter and printmaker who is known for his landscapes with religious, mythological and allegorical scenes.
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