Winter Scene
Artist
Klaes Molenaer
(Dutch, before 1630–1676)
Date17th century
Mediumoil on panel
Dimensions35.6 x 29.3 cm (14 x 11 9/16 in.)
ClassificationsPaintings
Credit LineGift of Rev. Dr. A. Simpson
Terms
Object number1999.385
Label TextA member of the Haarlem painters’ guild, Molenaer specialized in river and canal landscapes. In this monochromatic painting he captures the dismal atmosphere of an overcast winter day. The figures represent a variety of activities that one could expect to see along the Dutch waterways during the winter season.On View
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