The Mockery of the Owl
A vibrant symphony of birds and lush greenery defines this Baroque masterpiece by Jan van Kessel, capturing the essence of scientific observation through meticulous detail that invites you to bring nature home.
jan van kessel
Jan van Kessel the Elder (1626-1679) was a versatile Flemish painter known for detailed floral still lifes, insect studies, animal allegories & landscapes. A Brueghel family descendant, his meticulous work reflects 17th-century scientific observation
Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten
Explore Flemish masterpieces at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp! Discover Rubens, Van Eyck & more in this stunning neoclassical art museum – a cultural gem awaits.