The Surrender of CambraiAdam Frans van der Meulen · 1677
Baroque Period
1677
61.0 x 70.0 cm
Adam Frans van der Meulen (1632 – 1690)
Adam Frans van der Meulen (1632-1690) was a Flemish Baroque painter renowned for his dynamic battle scenes & landscapes glorifying Louis XIV's triumphs, shaping the 'Sun King’s' image and influencing French military art.
About this artwork
- Title: The Surrender of Cambrai
- Artist: Adam Frans van der Meulen
- Year: 1677
- Original dimensions: 61.0 x 70.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Corpus context: military triumph narrative, baroque court influence
- Color palette: Earthy
- Main color: Quinacridone Magenta
- Purpose: Statement
Quick Facts
- Influences:
- Louis XIV
- French court
- Medium: Oil on canvas
- Dimensions: 61 x 70 cm
- Year: 1677
- Artistic style: Realistic
- Subject or theme: Surrender event
- Notable elements: Military scene, horse
Questions & Answers
How do movement and era meet in "The Surrender of Cambrai" by Adam Frans van der Meulen?
"The Surrender of Cambrai" by Adam Frans van der Meulen is placed in the Baroque Period movement, within the Early-Modern era of its creator.
What stage of Adam Frans van der Meulen's career does "The Surrender of Cambrai" (1677) belong to?
The 1677 date places "The Surrender of Cambrai" in the Mature Baroque of Adam Frans van der Meulen's development.
What was Adam Frans van der Meulen's age when "The Surrender of Cambrai" was created?
When "The Surrender of Cambrai" was created in 1677, Adam Frans van der Meulen - born in 1632 - was 45 years old.
What is the perceived brightness of "The Surrender of Cambrai" by Adam Frans van der Meulen?
The perceived brightness of "The Surrender of Cambrai" by Adam Frans van der Meulen is balanced. It can be matched to the light of the intended space.
In what year was "The Surrender of Cambrai" by Adam Frans van der Meulen created?
The creation of "The Surrender of Cambrai" by Adam Frans van der Meulen is dated 1677.
How does "The Surrender of Cambrai" fit into Adam Frans van der Meulen's themes and style?
"The Surrender of Cambrai" shares with Adam Frans van der Meulen's other works its Baroque Period style and the recorded themes: louis xiv propaganda, military triumph narrative, baroque court influence, van der meulen’s signature”, “french royal commissions”.
Which artist is "The Surrender of Cambrai" attributed to?
"The Surrender of Cambrai" is attributed to Adam Frans van der Meulen.