Who painted Allegory on Navigation?

Allegory on Navigation was painted by Philip Tideman in 1687-01-01.

Where can I see Allegory on Navigation?

Allegory on Navigation is held by Rijksmuseum.

What movement is Allegory on Navigation?

Allegory on Navigation is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Can I buy a print of Allegory on Navigation?

Museum-quality prints of Allegory on Navigation are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Allegory on Navigation

Philip Tideman , 1694

Allegory on Navigation is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Philip Tideman. It dates from 1694 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Subject & Meaning

Created in 1687 by Philip Tideman, this oil painting serves as an allegory on the theme of navigation.

Created in 1687 by Philip Tideman, this oil painting serves as an allegory on the theme of navigation. The work depicts a woman who functions as the central personification of the subject matter. As an allegorical genre piece, the figure represents the broader concepts of maritime trade, exploration, or Dutch naval prowess, which were significant cultural and economic pillars in Holland during the late seventeenth century. The composition uses this singular female figure to embody the abstract idea of navigation itself.

Technique & Style

Allegory on Navigation is an oil painting executed on a canvas support by Philip Tideman in 1687. The work measures 250 cm in height and 380 cm in width, presenting a large-scale allegorical composition. Stylistically, the piece belongs to the allegory genre and depicts a female figure within a maritime context, reflecting the Dutch tradition of navigation-themed art from Holland during the late 17th century.

History & Provenance

Philip Tideman created the oil-on-canvas painting Allegory on Navigation in 1687 within Holland. The work, measuring 250 cm in height and 380 cm in width, is classified as an allegorical genre piece depicting a woman. While the specific commissioning patron and the detailed chain of ownership prior to its current location are not documented in the available records, the painting is currently held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum. The inception date is established as January 1, 1687.

Overview

Philip Tideman’s 1694 oil painting, titled Allegory on Navigation, is part of the Rijksmuseum collection. The work presents a celestial tableau populated by numerous figures, both human and angelic, set against a luminous sky. Central to the composition is a serene woman in a blue garment, clutching a cross as she hovers above a sea of clouds.