David Teniers d. J.
(1610-1690)
Zechstube,
1643
Material / Technology / Carrier
Eichenholz
Dimensions of the object
55,9 x 73,6 cm
Displayed
Not on display
Acquisition
Aus der Kurfürstlichen Galerie München
Stock
Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen - Alte Pinakothek München
Citation
David Teniers d. J., Zechstube, 1643, Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen - Alte Pinakothek München, URL: https://www.sammlung.pinakothek.de/en/artwork/OrLbkwyG1V (Last updated on 23.05.2022)
Although the subject of the tavern was inspired by the works of Adriaen Brouwer, Teniers strove to establish his own pictorial effect. There are no reminders of Brouwer’s frequently violent drinking sessions. The cool, bright colours in the painting suggest a more jovial scene instead.
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