Will be Jan van Eyck or Johannes de Eyck (probably from around 1395 - before July 9) 1441 as one of the most important painters from northern Europe during the fifteenth century. He is often called the "father of oil painting," not because he invented the technology, but because he was able to achieve is capable of extraordinary and new effects, in that medium. Besides working at the court of John of Bavaria at The Hague, Jan van Eyck painted for private clients. Jan's most famous painting is "TheArnolfini Marriage "also known as" Giovanni Arnolfini and his wife Giovanna Cenami "(1434).
Eyck "The Arnolfini Wedding" is an oil on oak panel on a panel. The painting is an icon 'Symbolism' work and was known as one of the most original, multi-layered and complex images of the Western art world. The image is characterized by the placement of objects, characters, and the use of bright colors. The 'symbolic' objects and figures are a small dogCenter, appears to embrace the faith, while the oranges on the chest could mean fertility. A look at the spotless mirror in the background shows the reflection of the couple and the artists. The inscription above the mirror says: "Johannes de Eyck fuit hic, 1434," that is translated, "Jan van Eyck was here." A cherry tree is also displayed in full bloom outside the window, seemingly "symbolic" of love. The man's hand is raised vertically, showing authority, while theWife's hand is placed in a horizontal position, "a symbol of" something submissive posture. The woman is dressed in green, which in turn may "symbolic" of hope and fertility, while the purity of her white cap, reflective. The painting is painted with bright colors, highlighting 'realism' and reflects Arnolfini opulence and abundance.
Jan van Eyck was able, with light and shadow in painting to produce a three dimensional effect to play. "The Arnolfini Wedding" is currently inThe National Gallery in London. There has been intense speculation about the creation, a proof has been engagement or a painted marriage certificate. Some of the other amazing works of Eyck include the "Mystic Lamb" painting Jodocus Vijdts and his wife Elizabeth Borluut. Two other outstanding works of Jan van Eyck, the "Madonna with Canon Joris van der Paele" and "Madonna with Chancellor Rolin. Jan van Eyck painted several religious paintings, including"Annunciation" and many haunting portraits like "Portrait of a Man" is believed "that, to his own portrait. Jan van Eyck died in Bruges in 1441, but not before he created a masterpiece, "The Arnolfini Marriage."
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