JOURNAL ARTICLE

ART OF THE GOLDEN AGE.

  • Published In: All About History, 2024, n. 143. P. 20 1 of 3

  • Database: History Reference Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Staniforth, Emily; McKelvie, Callum 3 of 3

Abstract

The Dutch Golden Age, which lasted from 1588 to 1672, was a period of cultural and economic prosperity in the Dutch Republic. This prosperity led to a flourishing of the arts, with over four million paintings produced during this time. The Dutch Republic's rejection of Catholicism in favor of Calvinism also influenced the types of paintings that were popular, with a focus on secular subjects such as landscapes, genre scenes, portraits, and still life. Dutch artists, including Rembrandt van Rijn and Jan Vermeer, made significant contributions to the art movement. The Dutch Golden Age is considered part of the larger Baroque art movement, but with a unique emphasis on realism and everyday life rather than religious and grandiose themes. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:All About History. 2024/06, Issue 143, p20
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Visual Arts
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:2052-5877
  • Accession Number:177133974
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