1567
oil
panel
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
Two young men is a 1567 oil by Chrispijn van den Broeck, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.
The painting features two young men standing side by side, with the one on the left wearing a black jacket and the one on the right wearing a red jacket. The man on the right is holding a green apple in his right hand. The background of the painting is a light-colored wall with a dark archway above the two men. The archway has a decorative design at the top, and there are two small objects on either side of the archway. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's attention to the two figures. The artist's use of impasto adds texture to the painting, giving it a more dynamic feel. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's technique, you can explore the concept of glazing.
Chrispijn van den Broeck (1523 – c. 1591) was a Flemish painter, draughtsman, print designer and designer of temporary decorations. He was a scion of a family of artists, which had its origins in Mechelen and later…
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