Diana, Allegory of the Night by Jan van den Hoecke. A central female figure with a crescent moon crown stands in a classical hall, surrounded by a ring of putti and a bearded man holding a horn.

Diana, Allegory of the Night

Jan van den Hoecke

1650 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A magnificent Baroque allegory depicting Diana as the personification of the night, surrounded by a celestial ring of putti.

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Where it works

A substantial artwork with a strong pulse with warm, lived-in color — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Dining Room · Living Room · Study
Placement
Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
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Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Deep burgundy, Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Created around 1650 and attributed to Jan van den Hoecke, this Flemish Baroque work portrays Diana in her aspect as Luna, the moon goddess. Standing before a classical architectural backdrop, she is surrounded by a dynamic arch of putti and figures that represent the cycle of night, showcasing the masterful movement and dramatic lighting characteristic of the period.

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