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Q30097807, by Gillis van Tilborgh, unspecified, 1651

Q30097807

Gillis van Tilborgh

1651

unspecified

From the collection of Bavarian State Painting Collections

Dominant colour

Overview

Q30097807 is a 1651 unspecified by Gillis van Tilborgh, held at Bavarian State Painting Collections.

Who painted this?
Gillis van Tilborgh
When & what style?
1651
Where can I see it?
Bavarian State Painting Collections

About this work

The painting depicts a dimly lit room with two people sitting at a table. The woman on the left is wearing a white head covering and a dark dress, while the man on the right is dressed in dark clothing. A small dog sits on the floor to the left of the woman. In the background, there appears to be another room or area with indistinct figures. The scene is rendered in muted tones, with the only light source coming from an unseen area to the left. This creates deep shadows and highlights the textures of the clothing and furniture. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. To learn more about this technique, explore the work of artists who have mastered chiaroscuro.

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