Autumn
- Artist: David Teniers the Younger
- Date: about 1644
- Medium: oil on copper
- Museum: The National Gallery
- Collection record: The National Gallery website
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About this artwork
This is "Autumn" by David Teniers the Younger. Painted in the Flemish tradition, it's a delightful representation of the season. Autumn stands proudly with his sturdy legs apart, holding a flagon and raising a glass in one hand. His expression suggests he's quite carefree, oblivious to the grey clouds gathering behind him.
The artist has captured the essence of autumn beautifully - think harvests and celebrations. In the background, you'll notice two workers attending to barrels of wine and grapes. The level of detail is remarkable, don't you think? Teniers was known for his skill in capturing everyday life on canvas.
This painting dates back to about 1644, created with oil on copper - a rather unusual medium at the time. It's a true masterpiece of Flemish art from that period.
See it in person
Autumn hangs in The National Gallery on Trafalgar Square, London — free to enter. Point your phone at any artwork there and audioguide.london plays a free audio guide in six languages — no app download needed.
