Allegory of Faith, Hope and Love by Gerrit Arentsz. van Deurs. A grouping of allegorical figures and children illuminated by a strong, directional light against a dark, draped background.

Allegory of Faith, Hope and Love

Gerrit Arentsz. van Deurs

1664 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A masterful Caravaggesque allegory depicting figures in dramatic chiaroscuro with rich red and blue drapery.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
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Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted in 1664 by Dutch artist Gerrit Arentsz. van Deurs, this work depicts the theological virtues of Faith, Hope, and Love through expressive figures and symbolic objects. The dramatic lighting and masterful rendering of fabrics create a powerful sense of depth and tactile presence, characteristic of the mid-17th century Caravaggesque style.

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