Anthonie de Lorme (1610–1673), Kring van – Interior of the Sint-Laurenskerk, Rotterdam

Circle of Anthonie de Lorme (c. 1610–1673) – Interior of the Sint-Laurenskerk, Rotterdam – 17th centuryDescriptionImpressive 17th-century Dutch church interior depicting the monumental interior of the Grote or Sint-Laurenskerk in Rotterdam.The composition shows the vast Gothic architecture of the church with high pointed arches, monumental columns, large leaded windows and strong perspectival depth. Particularly attractive is the large organ, dramatically illuminated by light entering from the left.Several groups of figures are placed throughout the interior, including elegantly dressed visitors and churchgoers. These small staffage figures enliven the composition and emphasise the monumental scale of the architecture.The painting fits well within the tradition of Dutch architectural and church-interior painting of the 17th century and can stylistically be placed in the circle of Anthonie de Lorme (c. 1610–1673), the Rotterdam painter especially known for architectural interiors and views of churches.Medium:Oil on canvasAttribution:Dutch School, 17th centuryCircle of Anthonie de Lorme (c. 1610–1673)Subject:Interior of the Grote or Sint-Laurenskerk, RotterdamDimensions:Painting: approx. 68 × 65 cmIncluding frame: approx. 85 × 82 cmCondition:The painting shows age-related craquelure, surface wear and traces of age consistent with a work of this period.There are two more noticeable areas of damage:* a small area of paint loss in the lower left... lees verder bij Catawiki