Interior of a Gothic Church by Day 1635 - 1640

Pieter Neeffs the Elder's "Interior of a Gothic Church by Day" (1635-1640) showcases the artist's mastery of architectural perspective. The painting, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts the expansive interior of a church, characterized by towering columns and intricate vaulted ceilings. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth, highlighting the grandeur of the space and the solemn atmosphere of the church. This small-scale work exemplifies Neeffs' specialization in church interiors, a genre that flourished in 17th-century Netherlandish art.