Who painted Landscape with the Exorcism of the Gerasene demoniac?

Landscape with the Exorcism of the Gerasene demoniac was painted by Paul Bril in 1601.

Where can I see Landscape with the Exorcism of the Gerasene demoniac?

Landscape with the Exorcism of the Gerasene demoniac is held by Bavarian State Painting Collections.

What movement is Landscape with the Exorcism of the Gerasene demoniac?

Landscape with the Exorcism of the Gerasene demoniac is associated with Flemish Baroque painting.

Artwork

Landscape with the Exorcism of the Gerasene demoniac

Paul Bril , 1601

Landscape with the Exorcism of the Gerasene demoniac is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Paul Bril. It dates from 1601 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

Landscape with the Exorcism of the Gerasene demoniac is a 1601 copper painting by Paul Bril, held at the Alte Pinakothek.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape with a rocky shoreline, a body of water, and a distant town. A group of figures in antique attire gather near the water's edge, observing a dynamic figure, suggesting a narrative event is unfolding.

Technique & Style

Bril employed meticulous brushwork to capture the interplay of light on the rocks and water, creating a detailed and realistic scene. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes light and shadow, adds depth to the composition.

Artist & collection

Artist

Paul Bril

Paul Bril was a Flemish painter and printmaker principally known for his landscapes. He spent most of his active career in Rome. His Italianate landscapes had a major influence on landscape painting in Italy and Northern Europe.