Tag: NorthernRenaissance
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Drawing in the Age of Bruegel: New Discoveries (The Courtauld Gallery, London)
This exhibition presents a rare selection of drawings from the Courtauld’s collection, showcasing the artistic achievements of Flemish artists during the 16th and early 17th centuries. At the heart of the display is the work of Pieter Bruegel the Elder, whose drawings offer valuable insight into the creative processes of one of the era’s most…
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Van Eyck: The Portraits (National Gallery, London)
This exhibition explores how Jan van Eyck transformed portraiture through his remarkable naturalism, moving beyond the stylized representations of the early Renaissance. For the first time, all nine of his known painted portraits are brought together, offering a unique opportunity to see the evolution of his technique and vision. The display highlights van Eyck’s significant…
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The Brueghels: The Origins of Pictorial Genres in Europe (Palazzo Reale, Milan)
This exhibition explores the legacy of a renowned painting dynasty, tracing how recurring compositions and subjects evolved across generations. It reveals the gradual formation of new markets and artistic genres throughout Europe, shaped by familial tradition and innovation. Focusing on the origins of pictorial themes, the display highlights the enduring influence of this lineage in…
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Catharina van Hemessen (National Gallery, London)
This exhibition explores the work of Catharina van Hemessen, a 16th-century Flemish painter celebrated for her Self-Portrait at the Easel. This painting is the earliest known oil work to depict an artist at work. The exhibition will showcase her surviving pieces and examine her important contributions to the history of art, offering insight into her…
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The Annunciation Part 2
In honor of the Annunciation we’ve got a bonus post of two decidedly NOT Baroque paintings. The Annunciation (c.1434) by Van Eyck at the National Gallery in Washington D.C. @ngadc The Angel Gabriel is the most magnificently dressed Angel I have ever laid eyes on. Van Eyck’s work as an illuminator prepared him to paint the impossibly…