November, with the Sign of Sagittarius
1796
oil
panel
From the collection of Rijksmuseum
1796
oil
panel
From the collection of Rijksmuseum
November, with the Sign of Sagittarius is a 1796 oil by Jan Kamphuysen, held at Rijksmuseum.
This painting is a vertical rectangle, divided into two sections by a narrow strip. The left section features a cherub holding a basket of leaves, with a bird's nest and eggs below. A bearded man's head is surrounded by leaves, accompanied by a goat and a dog. The right section showcases a vase with a face, a mask, and a figure in a white robe. The painting's colors are muted, with shades of brown, green, and beige dominating the palette. The overall effect is one of elegance and refinement. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this beautiful piece, you might want to look up Jan Kamphuysen.
Jan Kamphuysen, Camphuysen, or Kamphuijsen (1760–1841) was a painter from the Netherlands.
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