Who painted Funny company?

Funny company was painted by Jacob Jordaens in 1658.

Where can I see Funny company?

Funny company is held by Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

What movement is Funny company?

Funny company is associated with Flemish Baroque painting.

Can I buy a print of Funny company?

Museum-quality prints of Funny company are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Funny company

Jacob Jordaens , 1658

Funny company is a paint painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Jacob Jordaens. It dates from 1658 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1658 by the Flemish artist Jacob Jordaens, this oil painting captures a convivial indoor gathering. A group of figures surrounds a table laden with food and a large jug, while dogs lie at their feet. Light streams through a sizable window, illuminating the scene and emphasizing the relaxed, festive atmosphere.

Subject & Meaning

The work portrays a domestic celebration, focusing on everyday interaction rather than mythic or religious narrative. By depicting ordinary people sharing a meal, Jordaens highlights communal bonds and the pleasures of daily life, reflecting the 17th‑century Flemish interest in genre scenes that celebrate local customs and social cohesion.

Technique & Style

Executed in the vigorous Baroque manner characteristic of Jordaens, the painting employs a rich palette and dynamic composition. Strong chiaroscuro from the window light creates depth, while the robust, fleshy figures and textured fabrics convey a tactile realism. The lively arrangement of bodies and objects guides the viewer’s eye across the tableau.

History & Provenance

After Jordaens rose to prominence as the leading Flemish Baroque painter following the deaths of Rubens and Van Dyck, the painting entered various private collections before being acquired by the Gemäldegalerie in Berlin, where it remains part of the museum’s holdings on Flemish art.