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- Reference number
- P01549
- Author
- Jordaens, Jacob (Flemish)
- Title
- The Painter's Family
- Chronology
- 1621-1622
- Technique
- Support
- Measures
- 181 cm x 187 cm
- School
- Theme
- Shown
- Yes
- Entrance
- COLECCIONREAL
- Procedence
- Royal Collection
The scene is set in a garden, where
various animals move freely. These,
and the sculptures represent the
artist's effort to reflect a lordly
atmosphere. His wife, Catharina van
Noort, sits with her young
daughter. The painter stands with
his hand on an armchair, holding a
lute. A dog lies at his feet.
Alongside the group, a servant
holds a basket of grapes,
symbolizing family
prosperity.
Jordaens has been identified
through an engraving that has the
same features. He depicts himself
here as the perfect gentleman,
dressed in elegant clothing and
interested in intellectual and
noble activities, such as music.
The work must be related with
Baroque Flemish artists' interest
in dignifying their professional
activity, showing themselves to be
relevant members of society.
This painting was made by Jordaens
at the height of his professional
career. It is listed among Felipe
V's paintings at the La Granja
Palace in 1746.
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