1624
oil
canvas
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
The Jolly Drinker is a 1624 oil by Gerard Seghers, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Walters Art Museum.
This painting depicts a man with a wide-brimmed hat, a white collar, and a dark jacket. He is holding a jug in his left hand and looking up to the right. The background is dark, with a hint of a curtain or drapery behind the man. The man's expression is one of contentment, and his posture suggests he is relaxed and enjoying himself. The jug he is holding appears to be made of ceramic or clay, and it has a handle on one side. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail and texture. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create depth and dimension in the painting. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique.
Gerard Seghers (c. 17 March 1591 – 18 March 1651) was a Flemish painter, art collector, and art dealer. After a period of study and residence in Italy, he returned to Flanders where he became one of the leading…
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