The Rich Man being led to Hell by David Teniers the Younger. A bearded man in fine clothing stands in a dark cave, escorted by a variety of monstrous and hybrid creatures while demons play instruments in the shadows.

The Rich Man being led to Hell

David Teniers the Younger

1647 · Oil Paint, Oak Panel

A dramatic 17th-century Flemish scene depicting a robed figure surrounded by whimsical yet eerie demons in a torch-lit underworld.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — brings a composed sense of weight.

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

About the piece

Painted in 1647 by the Flemish master David Teniers the Younger, this work depicts the biblical parable of Dives and Lazarus. The scene is rich with the artist's characteristic imaginative creatures and grotesque demons emerging from the shadows of a cavern. The dramatic use of light and deep, atmospheric tones makes it a compelling piece for those drawn to historical narrative and moody aesthetics.

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