Joachim Beuckelaer, a prominent Flemish painter, was born in Antwerp around 1533. He is known for his specialization in market and kitchen scenes with elaborate displays of food and household equipment. His development of the genre of market and kitchen scenes was influential on the development of still life art in Northern Europe as well as Italy.
Early Life and Training
Beuckelaer was born into a family of painters, and his father, Mattheus Beuckeleer, was registered as a master in the Antwerp Guild of Saint Luke. He likely studied with his father and uncle Pieter Aertsen, who was known for his market and kitchen scenes. Beuckelaer's brother, Huybrecht Beuckeleer, also became a painter.
Joachim Beuckelaer became an independent master in the Antwerp Guild of Saint Luke in 1560. He remained active in Antwerp throughout his career and continued to develop themes pioneered by Aertsen. His still life of a carcass referred to as
Slaughtered pig, dated 1563, is likely the earliest dated example of this subject.
Market and Kitchen Scenes
Beuckelaer's market scenes often incorporate biblical episodes in the background. For example, his
Four Elements series, acquired by the
National Gallery, London, depicts a fish market selling 12 kinds of fish, representing the twelve disciples of Jesus. Through an archway in the background, Christ can be seen walking on the Sea of Galilee after his resurrection.
Beuckelaer also produced several images of fish stalls, often with background religious scenes. His
Kitchen scene with Christ at Emmaus is unique in his oeuvre, featuring a kitchen with numerous ingredients for a lavish meal and the biblical story of Christ at Emmaus in the background.
- Still life: Beuckelaer's still lifes often featured everyday objects and food.
- Market scenes: His market scenes were influential on the development of still life art in Northern Europe.
- Kitchen scenes: Beuckelaer's kitchen scenes, like those of Aertsen, often incorporated biblical episodes in the background.
Influence and Legacy
Beuckelaer's work was influential on other artists, including Frans Snyders and Vincenzo Campi. His
Four Elements series is a prime example of his skill in capturing everyday scenes with incredible detail and realism.
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