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November, with the Sign of Sagittarius, by Jan Kamphuysen, oil, 1796

November, with the Sign of Sagittarius

Jan Kamphuysen

1796

oil

panel

From the collection of Rijksmuseum

Dominant colour

Overview

November, with the Sign of Sagittarius is a 1796 oil by Jan Kamphuysen, held at Rijksmuseum.

Who painted this?
Jan Kamphuysen
When & what style?
1796
Where can I see it?
Rijksmuseum

About this work

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.

About the artist

Portrait of Jan Kamphuysen
Artist

Jan Kamphuysen

Jan Kamphuysen, Camphuysen, or Kamphuijsen (1760–1841) was a painter from the Netherlands.

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