Landscape with Hermes and Battus
1637
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1637
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This painting depicts a serene landscape with a rocky hillside and a distant mountain range. In the foreground, a man stands on a rock, gazing out at the scene before him. To his right, a figure is seen from behind, while another figure sits on the ground, facing away from the viewer. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting, with the contrast between light and dark drawing the viewer's eye through the composition. The Scottish National Gallery is home to this beautiful example of Jacob Pynas' work.
