Skating on a Frozen River
1650
unspecified
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
1650
unspecified
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
This painting shows a lively winter scene. People are ice skating on a frozen river, with some standing on the ice and others skating. There are also some buildings and trees in the background. The painting is quite detailed, with many people and objects visible. The artist has used a range of colors to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look up the artist Barent Avercamp.
