Antwerp Hospital Nuns
1650
oil
From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
1650
oil
From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
This painting shows a group of people, mostly women, gathered around a large bowl. The women are dressed in white head coverings and robes, while the men wear dark clothing. The scene is set in a dimly lit room with red drapes in the background. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and contrast between light and dark areas. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. The painting is a great example of Jacob Jordaens' work, and you can see more of his paintings at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
