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Entry of prince Michał Radziwiłł to Rome

Pieter van Bloemen

1698

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw

Dominant colour

Entry of prince Michał Radziwiłł to Rome is a 1698 oil by Pieter van Bloemen, held at National Museum in Warsaw.

Who painted this?: Pieter van Bloemen
When & what style?: 1698
Where can I see it?: National Museum in Warsaw

About this work

This painting shows a bustling scene of people on horseback and on foot, gathered around a tall obelisk in the center. The crowd is dressed in various attire, with some wearing hats and others carrying items. In the background, several buildings are visible, including a church with a dome and a tall steeple. The scene is set against a blue sky with white clouds, and the overall atmosphere appears to be one of celebration or ceremony. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of energy and movement, drawing the viewer's eye through the scene. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up Pieter van Bloemen.

About the artist

Artist

Pieter van Bloemen

Pieter van Bloemen, also known as Standaart (bapt. 17 January 1657 – 6 March 1720), first name also spelled Peter or Peeter, was a Flemish painter, draughtsman and printmaker. He was a gifted landscape and animal artist…

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