Concert of Birds - Jan van Kessel the Elder
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A gathering of numerous bird species, both familiar and exotic, within a single composition. Painted with careful observation and meticulous detail, reflecting the 17th-century interest in natural history.
Jan van Kessel the Elder, a Flemish artist born in Antwerp, was known for his small-scale, highly detailed paintings of subjects from the natural world. Active in the mid-17th century, he produced works depicting insects, flowers, and animals, often in a scientific and encyclopaedic manner. His attention to detail and meticulous technique made him a popular artist among collectors interested in natural history. 'Concert of Birds' exemplifies van Kessel's approach. The painting presents a gathering of numerous bird species, both familiar and exotic, within a single composition. The birds are perched on the branches of a large tree and gathered on the ground near a body of water. The artist's careful observation is evident in the depiction of each bird's plumage and form. The scene suggests a harmonious assembly, with the birds seemingly engaged in a collective performance. The painting reflects the 17th-century interest in natural history and the desire to document and classify the world's diverse flora and fauna. The work is painted on copper, a support often used for detailed, small-scale works during this period.
Concert of Birds - Jan van Kessel the Elder
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Jan van Kessel the Elder
tiny jewel-like paintings of insects on copper, made to decorate the cabinet drawers where collectors stored real specimens
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