Bernard of Orley. Triptych with the virtue of Patience Central panel: The banquet of Jobs children

Bernard of Orley. Triptych with the virtue of Patience Central panel: The banquet of Jobs children

Bernard Van Orley

1924

unspecified

From the collection of Catholic University of Leuven

About this work

The painting shows a scene with many people at a banquet. It's a detailed picture with lots of characters. The artist included many subtle expressions on the faces of the guests, which makes the scene feel more realistic. The guests seem to be enjoying themselves, but some look worried. This subtle contrast adds depth to the painting. You can find more artworks like this by looking into the technique of chiaroscuro.

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