Brasilian Landscape
1667
oil
panel
From the collection of Mauritshuis
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Frans Post
Frans Janszoon Post (17 November 1612 – 17 February 1680) was a painter during the Dutch Golden Age.
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oil
panel
From the collection of Mauritshuis
Brasilian Landscape is a 1667 oil by Frans Post, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Mauritshuis.
This painting depicts a serene Brazilian landscape, with a few palm trees on the left and a cluster of buildings in the distance. The scene is set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a cloudy sky. In the foreground, a group of people are gathered near the buildings, while a few individuals are scattered throughout the landscape. The overall atmosphere is one of tranquility, with the warm colors of the setting sun casting a gentle glow over the scene. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth and texture to the painting, drawing the viewer's eye through the landscape. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up Frans Post.
Frans Janszoon Post (17 November 1612 – 17 February 1680) was a painter during the Dutch Golden Age.
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