National Gallery of Ireland marks Jan Steen's 400th with free exhibition
The National Gallery of Ireland is hosting a complimentary exhibition titled 'Jan Steen: Sacred and Profane' to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the renowned Dutch artist Jan Steen's birth in 1626. The exhibition includes seven works from the gallery's own collection, enriched by loans from prestigious institutions such as the Rijksmuseum and the National Gallery in London. Known for his humorous depictions of daily life, Steen, who lived from 1626 to 1679, also produced historical pieces and portraits. This showcase in Dublin emphasizes the range of themes in his vibrant and engaging painting style.
Key facts
- Jan Steen was born in 1626, 400 years ago.
- The exhibition is titled 'Jan Steen: Sacred and Profane'.
- It is free to the public.
- Seven works by Steen will be displayed.
- Loans come from the Rijksmuseum, Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, the Bredius Collection, the Bute Collection, and the National Gallery, London.
- Steen is known for satirical and chaotic domestic scenes.
- His name is synonymous in Dutch with a disorderly household.
- He also painted history paintings, portraits, and refined genre scenes.
Entities
Artists
- Jan Steen
Institutions
- National Gallery of Ireland
- Rijksmuseum
- Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen
- Bredius Collection
- Bute Collection
- National Gallery, London
Locations
- Dublin
- Ireland
- Leiden
- Netherlands