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Ansichten aus den vier Weltteilen mit Szenen von Tieren: Boa Vista

Ferdinand van Kessel the Elder

1682

unspecified

From the collection of Kunsthistorisches Museum

Allegory

Dominant colour

Ansichten aus den vier Weltteilen mit Szenen von Tieren: Boa Vista is a 1682 unspecified by Ferdinand van Kessel the Elder, held at Kunsthistorisches Museum.

Who painted this?: Ferdinand van Kessel the Elder
When & what style?: 1682
Where can I see it?: Kunsthistorisches Museum

About this work

This painting shows a group of animals and birds in a landscape. In the foreground, there are several birds and a monkey. The birds are standing on rocks and appear to be fighting or arguing with each other. The monkey is standing on its hind legs, looking at the birds. In the background, there is a body of water with a few buildings on the other side. The sky is cloudy and gray. The painting is quite detailed, with many different textures and colors. The birds have intricate feathers, and the monkey has a detailed face. The background is more muted, with soft colors and gentle brushstrokes. The painting is held at the Kunsthistorisches Museum.