Life and Artistic Career
Jan Onghers was a Flemish Baroque painter and draftsperson who operated in Prague and its surrounding areas. Born in Mechelen, Belgium, he was active in the Czech lands, where he was recorded as a citizen of Prague's Old Town in 1690. During his time in Prague, he married a widow named Anna Dorota, and they had six daughters. In 1714, he was elected to lead the Guild of Painters of St. Luke in the Old Town. His professional output included the creation of altarpieces and the development of graphic designs for engravings.
His body of work includes various religious subjects, such as the Adoration of the Three Kings, which is signed in the lower left corner as J. Ongers fecit. Other notable works include the Resurrection of the Three Boys by St. Nicholas and the Coronation of the Virgin Mary. His commissions extended to international locations, including a set of four paintings for a chapel in Rastatt, which were sent from Prague before 1723.
Notable Works and Subjects
The artist's repertoire encompasses a wide range of sacred and secular themes. His religious paintings include:
Beyond large-scale altarpieces, Onghers produced cabinet paintings, such as Musical Entertainment at a Table, and various graphic works, including illustrations for books and celebratory prints for emperors.
Questions & Answers
What are the birthplace and birth year of Jan Onghers?
Jan Onghers was born in Mechelen in 1661.
Can I explore Jan Onghers's works by color spectrum?
The Spectral Index page organizes Jan Onghers's artworks by color.
How do I find works by Jan Onghers in a specific palette?
To find works by Jan Onghers in a specific palette, use the artist's By Palettes page.
In which historical period did Jan Onghers work?
Jan Onghers worked in the Early-Modern period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.
