Bartholomeus Breenbergh Collection
Bartholomeus Breenbergh, a renowned Dutch painter of the 17th century, captivated audiences with his diverse range of artistic creations
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Bartholomeus Breenbergh, a renowned Dutch painter of the 17th century, captivated audiences with his diverse range of artistic creations. One of his notable works is "The Resurrection, " painted around 1635. In this masterpiece, Breenbergh skillfully portrays the awe-inspiring moment when Jesus rises from the dead, symbolizing hope and eternal life. Another captivating piece by Breenbergh is "View of Ponte Mammolo. " This painting showcases a picturesque bridge in the background, accompanied by a tower with a ramp in the middle ground. The artist's attention to detail transports viewers to this serene landscape and invites them to explore its beauty. Breenbergh's talent for capturing natural landscapes shines through in "Cascades near Ponte della Trave. " Here, he depicts cascading waterfalls surrounded by buildings perched on rocky outcrops above. The juxtaposition of nature and architecture creates a harmonious scene that evokes tranquility and wonder. Intriguingly, Breenbergh also ventured into mythological themes as seen in "Corsica seated before satyrs on the bank of a river. " This artwork belongs to a pair of plates created for Battista. It portrays Corsica sitting alongside satyrs on the riverbank—a whimsical depiction that merges reality with fantasy. Breenbergh's versatility extends beyond landscapes and mythology; he also delved into historical scenes like "The Preaching of John the Baptist" (1634). Through this painting, he captures an intense moment as John passionately delivers his message amidst an enraptured crowd—an embodiment of spiritual fervor brought vividly to life. Notably influenced by Breenberg's style was Jean-Jacques de Boissieu who created "Waterfall after Breenberg" in 1764.