![Frans Francken II - Witches’ Kitchen [1606] by Gandalf's Gallery](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/blogger_img_proxy/AEn0k_vIzPWIDxwA_2U0T_gwfkXrrkgzQCYBMuyJ-Fu6W6eH3s_xra12iLsjiUDb1t4zHrp2o2tsNmS4t-WZHrEmxXiu5MwXNmEzQW2fFLQgWDH2KG_xdJUssLy37wmi0x6fhmw=s0-d)
Frans Francken was born in Antwerp in 1581. Francken came from a family of artists and served his apprenticeship in his father's workshop. Frans II (his father was also called Frans) probably continued his studies under his uncle. In 1605 he joined the St Luke's guild in his native town. Frans II painted altarpieces and panels on furniture. He also produced small paintings with historical, mythological and allegorical depictions. Frans Francken was especially skilled at painting small figures. These are often far more successful than the landscape backgrounds in his paintings. Whenever possible he collaborated with other artists who would paint the background for him.
[Oil on panel, 54.5 x 66.5 cm]
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