Ceres (Allegory of Summer) by Jan Boeckhorst. A figure in golden drapery seen from behind, looking over their shoulder and carrying a cornucopia overflowing with summer fruits.

Ceres (Allegory of Summer)

Jan Boeckhorst

1630 · Color, Canvas

An elegant Baroque allegory of abundance, featuring rich golden tones and a bountiful harvest.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character with warm wood and umber notes — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Dining Room · Living Room · Office
Placement
Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Rich brown, Charcoal black, Aged gold

About the piece

Attributed to Jan Boeckhorst, this 17th-century masterpiece personifies Summer through the Roman goddess Ceres. The composition is defined by luminous skin tones, vibrant golden drapery, and a meticulously rendered cornucopia of figs, apples, and grain, exemplifying the dramatic lighting and painterly richness of the Flemish Baroque style.

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