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The Painter Denys Calvaert in Bologna, by Nicaise De Keyser, oil, 1860

The Painter Denys Calvaert in Bologna

Nicaise De Keyser

1860

oil

canvas

From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp

Dominant colour

Overview

The Painter Denys Calvaert in Bologna is a 1860 oil by Nicaise De Keyser, held at Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.

Who painted this?
Nicaise De Keyser
When & what style?
1860
Where can I see it?
Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp

About this work

This painting depicts a group of men gathered around a central figure, who is dressed in dark attire and a red hat. He appears to be gesturing or pointing at something, possibly a canvas or a wall, as the men look on with interest. The scene is set in a room with stone walls and a tiled floor, suggesting a studio or workshop environment. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. The painting is held at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp, where you can see more works by artist Nicaise De Keyser.

About the artist

Portrait of Nicaise De Keyser
Artist

Nicaise De Keyser

Nicaise de Keyser (alternative first names: Nicaas, Nikaas of Nicasius; 26 August 1813, Zandvliet – 17 July 1887, Antwerp) was a Belgian painter of mainly history paintings and portraits who was one of the key figures…

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