Govaerts Collection

A landscape with wood; Diana offers a hare to a nymph; Silenus and Ceres in foreground, c1614. Artist: Abraham Govaerts
A landscape with wood; Diana offers a hare to a nymph; Silenus and Ceres in foreground, c1614. From a private collection

Still Life with Dead Game, 1720-1729. Creator: Jan Baptiste Govaerts
Still Life with Dead Game, 1720-1729

Rocky Landscape with Saint Francis, early 17th century. Artist: Abraham Govaerts
Rocky Landscape with Saint Francis, early 17th century. From a private collection

32-40 Rue Marconi, Brussels, Belgium, (1901), c2014-c2017. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
32-40 Rue Marconi, Brussels, Belgium, c2014-c2017. Designed by Leon Govaerts: 1901. Social housing in limestone plaster and concrete with ironwork pedestrian gate in porch entrance flanked by

Gresham Life, 3 Palais Royale, Brussels, Belgium, (c1900-1901), c2014-2017. Artist
Gresham Life, 3 Palais Royale, Brussels, Belgium, c2014-2017. Leon Govearts, 1903

Former Gresham Palace, (1906), c2014-2017. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Former Gresham Palace. Azigismond Quittner (architect): 1905-7

Two resting bird sellers talking. Artist: Govaerts, Abraham (1589-1626)
Two resting bird sellers talking. Found in the collection of Niedersachsisches Landesmuseum, Hannover

The five senses. Artist: Govaerts, Abraham (1589-1626)
The five senses. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

St Francis in a Rocky Landscape oil on wood. Abraham Govaerts (1589-1626) Flemish Baroque painter. Francis of Assisi (1182-1226)Italian Christian religious, founder of the Franciscan order

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Abraham Govaerts, a talented artist from the 17th century, captured the beauty of nature and human life in his stunning artworks. In "A landscape with wood, " he transports us to a serene forest scene where trees stand tall and proud against the backdrop of a clear blue sky. The tranquility is interrupted by Diana, the goddess of hunting, who presents a hare as an offering to a nymph. Govaerts skillfully portrays this mythological encounter with intricate details and vibrant colors. In another masterpiece titled "Rocky Landscape with Saint Francis, " Govaerts showcases his ability to depict rugged terrains. The rocky cliffs tower over Saint Francis as he stands in contemplation, surrounded by the raw power of nature. This painting evokes a sense of awe and reverence for both the saint's spiritual journey and the majesty of creation. Moving forward in time, we come across modern works inspired by Govaerts' legacy. Alan John Ainsworth pays homage to Govaerts' artistry through his own creations like "32-40 Rue Marconi" and "Former Gresham Palace. " These architectural marvels capture Brussels' rich history while infusing it with contemporary elements that bridge past and present seamlessly. Gresham Life at 3 Palais Royale is another piece that reflects Ainsworth's talent for capturing urban landscapes with an artistic flair reminiscent of early 20th-century Belgium. Through these paintings, we glimpse into bustling city life filled with energy and vibrancy. However, let us not forget Abraham Govaerts himself - an artist whose work transcends time. His pieces such as "Two resting bird sellers talking" or "The five senses" showcase his mastery in capturing everyday scenes infused with emotion and depth. As we explore these remarkable artworks by both Abraham Govaerts and Alan John Ainsworth, we are reminded that art has no boundaries - it connects generations across centuries through the universal language of creativity.