The Feeding of the Multitude (1628) by Abraham Bloemaert, John 6:1-15, Bible.Gallery
The Feeding of the Multitude (1628) is a oil on canvas painting by Abraham Bloemaert (1566–1651), created in 1628. Measuring 84 × 66 cm, it depicts the biblical scene from John 6:1-15. This painting is housed at Art inspired by Stories in the Bible.
The Feeding of the Multitude (1628) created
1628
and was completed in 1628
Its dimension is 84cm wide and
66cm high
and it was drawn with oil on canvas style.
Artwork Description
With only five loafs of bread and two fish Jesus manages to feed the crowd of 5,000 people. There is plenty for everyone. Bloemaert's style had certainly evolved since his previous depiction of the subject in 1593. In this painting the colors are brighter and the composition is more tranquil. Also, Jesus' action is better visible.
Artist : Abraham Bloemaert