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Book Synopsis: A reevaluation of Gabriel Metsu, one of the leading genre painters of the Dutch Golden Age Gabriel Metsu (1629–1667) employed an unusual variety of styles, techniques, and subjects, making him a particularly difficult artist to characterize. From his early days in Leiden until his death in Amsterdam at the height of his career, his unparalleled mastery of the brush allowed him to paint a remarkable range of history paintings, portraits, still lifes, but most of all, exquisite genre paintings. And whatever his subject matter, his work reveals an unrivalled talent for imbuing figures with a human and personable character.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, Metsu held a place as one of the most celebrated painters of the Dutch Golden Age, and his works were acquired for noble collections throughout Europe, while his contemporary Johannes Vermeer was almost unheard of. In the 20th century their positions were reversed as Vermeer’s reputation soared. This enlightening book resituates Metsu as one of the leading genre painters of his time. It offers a portrait of the age through his patrons and his wide network of contacts and colleagues in Amsterdam, as well as analysis of Metsu’s technique as a draftsman and as a painter, and it documents the fashions and fabrics of the time through his work.
Published in association with the National Gallery of Ireland
Exhibition Schedule:
- National Gallery, Dublin 09/04/10 – 12/05/10
- Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam 12/16/10 – 03/21/11
- National Gallery of Art, Washington 04/17/11 – 07/24/11
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Looking for a reevaluation of one of the greatest genre painters of the Dutch Golden Age? Look no further than the captivating works of Gabriel Metsu. With a unique blend of styles, techniques, and subjects, Metsu's paintings are truly a sight to behold. Whether he was capturing history, portraits, still lifes, or genre scenes, Metsu's extraordinary talent allowed him to infuse each figure with a human and personable character. Dive into the rich world of Metsu's artistry and be captivated by his unrivaled skill.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, Gabriel Metsu stood as a celebrated artist of the Dutch Golden Age, with his works being cherished and sought after by noble collections throughout Europe. Surprisingly, his contemporary Johannes Vermeer was relatively unknown during that time. However, the 20th century witnessed a fascinating reversal of fortunes. As Vermeer's reputation soared, Metsu's work faded into the background. But now, this enlightening book resituates Metsu as one of the leading genre painters of his era. It unveils a window into the age through his patrons, his extensive network of contacts and colleagues in bustling Amsterdam, and showcases Metsu's mastery as both a draftsman and painter. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant fashions and fabrics of the time, as seen through the masterful brushstrokes of Gabriel Metsu.
Published in association with the National Gallery of Ireland, this incredible book offers a unique opportunity to appreciate Gabriel Metsu's artistry and delve into the rich historical context that surrounded his work. Don't miss this chance to explore the world of one of the Dutch Golden Age's finest painters. Plan your visit to the exhibition by visiting here.
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