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Planning the Meal, 1863 (oil on panel)
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Planning the Meal, 1863 (oil on panel)
827494 Planning the Meal, 1863 (oil on panel) by Hamme, Alexis van (1818-75); 73x56.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Planning the Meal. Alexis van Hamme (1818-1875). Oil on panel. Signed and dated 1863. 73 x 56.8cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Belgian, out of copyright
Media ID 23304290
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1860s 1863 Artist Belgian Belgian Art Belgian Artist Bunny Domestic Animal Domesticated Hare Mature Mature Adult Mature Woman Mature Women Maturity Meat Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century Middle Aged One Animal Planning Rabbit Residence Skinning Small Group Small Group Of People Three People 19th Century European Art 19th Century Painting Ethnic Origin Mealtime
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Planning the Meal, 1863 - A Glimpse into Domestic Life in the 19th Century
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. This oil painting, "Planning the Meal, 1863" by Belgian artist Alexis van Hamme offers a fascinating glimpse into domestic life during the mid-19th century. The scene is set in a cozy room adorned with intricate interior decorations and bathed in soft daylight streaming through a window. In this intimate setting, we see three women engaged in planning their meal. One woman stands near a table covered with various food items while another sits nearby, attentively skinning a rabbit for their upcoming feast. A small dog curiously observes from underfoot as these women discuss and strategize over their culinary endeavors. The attention to detail is remarkable; every brushstroke captures not only the physical attributes of each figure but also conveys their individual personalities and roles within this household. The mature women exude an air of wisdom and experience as they collaborate on this important task. Hamme's skillful use of color and composition brings vibrancy to this moment frozen in time. The warm hues accentuate both the richness of the surroundings and evoke feelings of comfort and familiarity. "Planning the Meal, 1863" is not just an exquisite work of art; it serves as a portal that transports us back to an era where daily routines revolved around gathering sustenance for loved ones. It reminds us that even mundane activities like meal planning held significance within households filled with love, camaraderie, and shared responsibilities.
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