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The interior of St Janskerk at Gouda

Hendrick Cornelisz. van Vliet

1662

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Victoria

Dutch Golden Age Baroque Religious Grote Kerk

Dominant colour

The interior of St Janskerk at Gouda is a 1662 oil by Hendrick Cornelisz. van Vliet, a Dutch Golden Age work, depicting Grote Kerk, held at National Gallery of Victoria.

Who painted this?: Hendrick Cornelisz. van Vliet
When & what style?: 1662 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Victoria

About this work

The painting depicts the interior of a church, with a high, vaulted ceiling and tall, white columns that support the structure. The walls are adorned with large, arched windows that allow natural light to pour in, illuminating the space. The floor is made of dark stone tiles, and the atmosphere is one of serenity and contemplation. In the foreground, a group of people are gathered, some of whom appear to be engaged in conversation or prayer. The overall mood of the painting is one of calmness and reverence, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful atmosphere of the church. To learn more about the artist behind this serene scene, explore the works of Hendrick Cornelisz. van Vliet.

About the artist

Artist

Hendrick Cornelisz. van Vliet

Hendrick Corneliszoon van Vliet (1611/1612, Delft – buried October 28, 1675, Delft) was a Dutch Golden Age painter remembered mostly for his church interiors.

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