1650
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Armenia
Playing skittles is a 1650 oil by David Teniers the Younger, a Flemish Baroque painting work, held at National Gallery of Armenia.
This painting depicts a lively scene of people playing skittles in a village setting. The players, dressed in 17th-century attire, are engaged in the game, with some standing and others crouched down to roll the balls. A dog is also present, adding to the sense of activity. In the background, several buildings are visible, including a large house with a gable roof and a church steeple rising above the trees. The sky above is a soft blue with white clouds, adding to the serene atmosphere of the scene. The painting's use of warm colors and gentle lighting creates a sense of warmth and camaraderie among the players. For more on the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore David Teniers the Younger.
David Teniers the Younger or David Teniers II was a Flemish Baroque painter, printmaker, and artist.
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