The Tower of Babel (Rotterdam)

The painting "The Tower of Babel" by Pieter Brueghel the Elder is one of his most famous works and depicts the biblical story of the construction of the Tower of Babel. Brueghel worked on this motif in several paintings, but they are mostly referred to as "The Tower of Babel" or similar names. The painting depicts a magnificent landscape with figures working on the construction of a tower. You can see extensive structures and different layers of architecture. Included in the painting are various figures working on the tower, which includes builders, architects and other workers. Brueghel emphasizes the diversity of the characters, which adds to the impression of the scale of the project. The Tower of Babel looms large in the image, and Brueghel emphasizes its complexity and incredible architectural structure. Individual parts of the tower are carefully rendered. Brueghel is known for his realistic approach and rich details. The details in the characters, clothing, landscape and architectural elements are carefully crafted. The dynamism is evident in the figures who move around the structure, as well as in the landscape itself. Brueghel was able to capture the busy yet organized nature of the work on the tower. The painting can be interpreted as an allegory of human pride and unjust actions, which was punished by God according to the biblical story. The story of the Tower of Babel is often understood as a warning against excessive pride and the desire to rise above human capabilities.

Prevailing color of this fine art print is brown and its shape is landscape. This image is printed on demand - you can choose material, size and finishing.

Pieter Bruegel the Elder (1525-1569). Dutch Renaissance painter. He founded the family painting dynasty. He is known for his landscapes, in which he also depicted scenes from the simple peasant life. For this, he is sometimes called Common Brueghel. He is considered the most important artist of his rich extended family. It is worth mentioning that for inspiration, he participated in festivals and weddings in the guise of a rural farmer. Today, 45 works are attributed to him (a large part was lost). Examples include Winter landscape with traps for birds Hunters in the snow, Babel tower, Rural wedding .