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Jan van Kessel (1626-1679)
Insects, undated
Oil on copper, 81 x 67 cm.
This painting has been attributed to Jan van Kessel and is
typical of his work. It depicts a number of European insects
and is currently the subject of research by Museum staff.
Painted on copper, this particular technique was introduced
from Rome by Jan Brueghel the Elder on his return to his native
Antwerp in 1595. The method became popular with many artists
including Van Kassel.
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