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Theodoor Rombouts (1597-1637). Flemish painter
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Theodoor Rombouts (1597-1637). Flemish painter
Theodoor Rombouts (1597-1637). Flemish painter. Banquet Scene, 1622-1624. San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts. Madrid. Spain. Date: 2019
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1622 1624 Academia Academy Artes Arts Banquet Baroque Bellas Bread Fernando Flanders Flemish Gastronomy Genre Headdress Knife Painter Real Caravaggesque Rombouts Theodoor
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This stunning 17th century painting, titled "Banquet Scene," is a masterpiece by the renowned Flemish artist Theodoor Rombouts (1597-1637). Created between the years 1622 and 1624, this artwork is currently housed at the San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Madrid, Spain. Rombouts was a leading figure in the Baroque and Caravaggesque tradition of Flemish painting, known for his realistic and detailed depictions of genre scenes. The Banquet Scene showcases a lively and festive gathering of men and women, seated around a grand table adorned with an abundance of food and drink. The men, dressed in fashionable attire and wearing hats or headdresses, engage in animated conversation and drinking, while the women, elegantly attired, prepare and serve the food. The painting captures the essence of European gastronomy and the modern age's appreciation for fine dining and social gatherings. The intricate details of the painting are truly breathtaking. The textures of the bread, the folds of the clothing, and the reflections in the drinking vessels all contribute to the painting's lifelike quality. The use of chiaroscuro, or the interplay of light and shadow, adds depth and dimension to the scene. The Banquet Scene is a testament to Rombouts' exceptional talent as a painter and his ability to capture the essence of everyday life in the 17th century. This artwork continues to captivate audiences and remains an important contribution to the history of European art. The painting's current location at the San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Madrid allows art lovers from around the world to appreciate its beauty and historical significance.
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