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Highwaymen raiding a tilt car by a forest stream (oil on canvas)
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Highwaymen raiding a tilt car by a forest stream (oil on canvas)
1208394 Highwaymen raiding a tilt car by a forest stream (oil on canvas) by Snayers, Peeter (1592-1667) (attr. to); 70.5x115.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 22535766
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Criminal Gunpoint Highway Highwayman Highwaymen Holding Up Raid Raiding Robber Robbers Robbery Robbing Stream Thief Thieves Threatening Wagon Wooded Holdup Travellers
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This oil on canvas painting, titled "Highwaymen raiding a tilt car by a forest stream" takes us back in time to an era of danger and adventure. Created by the talented Flemish artist Peeter Snayers (1592-1667) or attributed to him, this baroque masterpiece measures 70.5x115.5 cm and is currently held in a private collection. The scene depicted is both dramatic and threatening as we witness a group of highwaymen robbing unsuspecting travelers at gunpoint. Set against the backdrop of a serene forest stream, these rural criminals hold up their victims with intensity and determination. The composition skillfully captures the tension between the robbers and their prey, highlighting the vulnerability of those traveling through the countryside during this lawless period. The tilted carriage adds dynamism to the image while emphasizing the chaos unfolding before our eyes. Snayers' attention to detail shines through in his meticulous rendering of nature's beauty surrounding this criminal act. The wooded landscape creates an eerie atmosphere that heightens our sense of unease. As we observe this historical moment frozen in time, we are reminded of the dangers faced by travelers along remote roads centuries ago. This painting serves as both a visual narrative and a testament to human resilience amidst adversity. Bridgeman Images has masterfully captured this powerful artwork through photography, allowing us to appreciate its intricate details even from afar.
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