Bartholomeus van der Helst is blowing up a balloon.

by Digital Art Studio

A humorous and anachronistic adaptation of Bartholomeus van der Helst’s famous seventeenth-century masterpiece. In the painting, Gerard Bicker, the young son of an Amsterdam councillor, holds a small, glossy red balloon pressed tightly against his lips, ready to blow it up. The deep red colour and subtle reflection of light on the balloon blend seamlessly into the rich texture of his velvet cloak, allowing the modern twist to merge completely with the classic, atmospheric oil-painting style of the Golden Age.

About the artist: as a native of Amsterdam, Peter feels a close connection to the city. Over the years, he has captured the city in many iconic works.

In addition, he has now also made a name for himself as a digital artist, particularly with reinterpretations of the Old Masters (Vincent van Gogh, Johannes Vermeer and Rembrandt van Rijn), which he has given a modern twist and which fit perfectly into a contemporary interior, such as this unique piece.

Peter’s' work sells well and can be found on walls in various European countries.