MelancholyJacob van LooNone
Baroque
Jacob van Loo (1614 – 1670)
Jacob van Loo (1614-1670) was a Dutch Golden Age painter renowned for his lively 'conversational groupings,' mythological scenes, and exceptional nudes—rivaling Rembrandt. Founder of the influential Van Loo dynasty.
About this artwork
- Title: Melancholy
- Artist: Jacob van Loo
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Movement: Baroque
- Main color: Black
- Keywords: female portrait, oil painting portrait, classical portrait
- Color hue: Warm Sunset Tones
- Color intensity: Monochromatic
Questions & Answers
What other names is Jacob van Loo known by?
Jacob van Loo appears under the alternate names Jakob Loo, Jacob Vanloo, Jacques Loo, Jacob Van Loo, Jakob van Loo.
Which period of Jacob van Loo's career does "Melancholy" belong to?
"Melancholy" belongs to the Mature Period of Jacob van Loo's career. This classification relates the work to the artist's development.
Which artist and which style stand behind "Melancholy"?
Behind "Melancholy" stand Jacob van Loo and the Baroque movement.