The King Drinks 1642 - 1653

drawing

toned paper

dog

possibly oil pastel

handmade artwork painting

oil painting

coffee painting

underpainting

men

painting painterly

watercolour illustration

watercolor

warm toned green

Jacob Jordaens's "The King Drinks," created between 1642 and 1653, depicts a lively scene of a king drinking and being entertained by musicians and a parrot. The drawing, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases Jordaens's mastery of depicting everyday life with humor and dynamism. This artwork is a prime example of the Flemish Baroque style, characterized by its expressive brushstrokes, rich color palette, and dramatic composition.