Old Man Trying to Kiss a Young Woman by Adriaan van der Burg. An 18th-century Dutch oil painting depicting an older man leaning towards a young woman in a dark kitchen filled with fish, lobster, and poultry.

Old Man Trying to Kiss a Young Woman

Adriaan van der Burg

1733 · Oil Paint, Panel

A charming 18th-century Dutch genre scene featuring a lively interaction in a candlelit kitchen.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — anchors the wall with steady presence.

Often works in
Dining Room · Study · Kitchen
Placement
Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black

About the piece

Dated to 1733, this oil on panel by Adriaan van der Burg captures a spirited genre moment. The composition is rich with the detailed still-life elements characteristic of the Dutch tradition—a bright red lobster, fresh cauliflower, and hanging game birds—all emerging from a deep, atmospheric chiaroscuro background.