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The Parable of the Sower, 1557 (oil on panel)
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The Parable of the Sower, 1557 (oil on panel)
TMK282578 The Parable of the Sower, 1557 (oil on panel) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69); 73.7x102.9 cm; The Putnam Foundation, Timken Museum of Art, San Diego, USA; (add.info.: La Parabole du semeur; ); eTimken Museum of Art, San Diego; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 22942934
© Timken Museum of Art, San Diego / Bridgeman Images
Brueghel Flemish Land Lesson Netherlandish Northern Parable Sowing
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The Parable of the Sower, painted by Pieter Bruegel the Elder in 1557, is a captivating masterpiece that tells a profound biblical story. This oil on panel print, measuring 73.7x102.9 cm, showcases Bruegel's exceptional talent and attention to detail. The painting depicts a rural landscape with rolling hills and a tranquil river flowing through it. In the foreground, we see a peasant diligently sowing seeds in different types of soil: good soil and bad soil. The scene symbolizes the parable told by Jesus in the New Testament about sowing seeds and their varying outcomes. Bruegel skillfully captures not only the physical aspects of this parable but also its spiritual significance. The church spire rising above a quaint village signifies faith and spirituality amidst an agricultural setting. The artist's meticulous brushwork brings life to every element within the composition - from the vibrant green fields to the majestic mountains in the distance. It is evident that Bruegel was deeply influenced by his Flemish roots as he masterfully portrays both nature's beauty and man's humble existence within it. This print serves as a reminder of timeless lessons found within religious teachings while showcasing Bruegel's immense artistic prowess during the Renaissance period. Displayed at The Putnam Foundation, Timken Museum of Art in San Diego, USA, this artwork continues to inspire viewers with its rich symbolism and serene ambiance.
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