1634
oil
panel
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
Dominant colour
Family Group in a Landscape is a 1634 oil by Dirck Hals, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Nationalmuseum.
The painting, "Family Group in a Landscape," shows a group of people gathered outdoors. They are dressed in 17th-century clothing, with men wearing hats and women in long dresses. The group is arranged in a semi-circle, with some people standing and others sitting on the ground. In the background, there are trees and a body of water, which suggests that the scene is set near a lake or river. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of relaxation and leisure, with the group enjoying each other's company in a peaceful outdoor setting. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the scene, creating a sense of warmth and intimacy. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, explore the work of Dirck Hals.
Dirck Hals (19 March 1591 – 17 May 1656), born at Haarlem, was a Dutch Golden Age painter of merry company scenes, festivals and ballroom scenes.
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