GERRIT BERCKHEYDE Haarlem 1638 - 1698 “View on the Bakenessergracht with the De Passer en de Valk brewery” 1662 Photo is taken by: @robertpuffjr With this beautifully balanced view of the Bakenessergracht, the young Berckheyde demonstrates his exceptional skills. Using his sense of light, form and rhythm, the painter creates great contrasts in his composition. While, on the sunny side of the canal, a maid dips her mop in the water, the shaded side is alive with activity. Beer barrels from the brewery are being loaded onto a boat, while the brewer gives the last instructions for transport. Haarlem was known for its many breweries. (This writeup is taken from the description at the museum.) Frans Hal Museum, Haarlem, the Netherlands #gerritberckheyde #gerrit #berckheyde #franshalmuseum #haarlem #historyofart #arthistory #greatworksofart #artmuseum #art #artist #masterpiece #painting #museumvisit #artlover #artists #artblogger (at Frans Hals Museum) https://www.instagram.com/p/CgqR5pcrYFd/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
