1856
oil
panel
From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
Hen with Chicken is a 1856 oil by Charles Verlat, a Realism work, depicting Chicken, held at Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
The painting depicts a mother hen and her chicks in a rustic setting. The hen is positioned in the center, surrounded by her chicks, who are pecking at the ground. The scene is set against a backdrop of hay and a brick wall, with the hen's feathers rendered in soft, muted tones. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth and texture to the painting, drawing the viewer's eye to the hen and her chicks. The overall effect is one of warmth and intimacy, capturing a quiet moment in the life of this small family. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the works of Charles Verlat.
Charles Verlat or Karel Verlat (25 November 1824 – 23 October 1890) was a Belgian painter, watercolorist, engraver (printmaker), art educator and director of the Antwerp Academy.
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