The Vision of the Sunday Child 1660

"The Vision of the Sunday Child" is an oil painting by Cornelis Saftleven, created in 1660 and currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. The painting depicts a fantastical scene with a central figure standing amidst a multitude of strange creatures and objects. The scene takes place in a nocturnal setting, illuminated by an ethereal glow, with a kite and other elements floating in the sky. Saftleven’s work exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age’s fascination with allegorical and fantastical imagery. The painting is a testament to the artist’s skillful manipulation of light and shadow, creating a sense of mystery and intrigue.