Godefridus Schalcken

(b. August 14, 1643)

Works

Godefridus Schalcken (1643-1706) was a Dutch Golden Age painter known for his genre scenes, portraits, and historical compositions, often depicting candlelit interiors with dramatic lighting effects.

Intimate Mysterious Baroque Dutch Golden Age Dutch Dramatic Lighting Godefridus Schalcken Figure Painting Candlelight Woman Sleeping Figure Oil on Canvas

A sleeping lady approached by a man, by candlelight

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