Interior of a Church
1618
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1618
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows the interior of a church. The high, vaulted ceiling and large arches give the space a sense of grandeur. The floor is made of stone tiles in a checkerboard pattern. The walls are lined with tall, ornate pillars that support the ceiling. In the background, a large stained-glass window lets in a beam of light. People are walking around the church, some standing in small groups, others alone. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. You can learn more about this technique by looking up chiaroscuro.
