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Landscape with the Judgement of Paris, by Gillis van Coninxloo, oil, 1610

Landscape with the Judgement of Paris

Gillis van Coninxloo

1610

oil

panel

From the collection of National Museum of Western Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Landscape with the Judgement of Paris is a 1610 oil by Gillis van Coninxloo, held at National Museum of Western Art.

Who painted this?
Gillis van Coninxloo
When & what style?
1610
Where can I see it?
National Museum of Western Art

About this work

This painting shows a landscape with a group of figures in the foreground. The scene is set in a wooded area with a river and mountains in the background. The figures are gathered around a tree, and some are nude while others are clothed. In the foreground, there is a sense of movement and energy, with the figures interacting with each other. The background is more serene, with the river and mountains creating a sense of depth and distance. The painting's use of color and light creates a sense of warmth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer into the scene. For more works by this artist, explore the collection of Gillis van Coninxloo.

About the artist

Portrait of Gillis van Coninxloo
Artist

Gillis van Coninxloo

Gillis van Coninxloo (now also referred to as Gillis van Coninxloo II and previously referred to as Gillis van Coninxloo III) (24 January 1544 – January 1607) was a Flemish painter of landscapes.

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