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The merry homecoming, 1670-79 (oil on canvas)
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The merry homecoming, 1670-79 (oil on canvas)
3709941 The merry homecoming, 1670-79 (oil on canvas) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 68x99 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: The cheerful homestores. A drunken man is helped in the direction of a barge by an elderly man and a woman. In the boat there is a mother with a child at the chest and a boy playing a flute. In the background there are three figures at the entrance of the inn.); Dutch, out of copyright
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Barge Barrel Company Drunk Drunken Drunkenness Dutch Golden Age Flute Golden Age Hostelry Inebriated Innkeeper Intoxicated Lewd Mixed Seventeenth Suggestive Tavern Symbols
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The Merry Homecoming
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is a captivating oil painting by Jan Havicksz. Steen that captures the lively atmosphere of a seventeenth-century Dutch tavern. In this scene, we witness a joyous homecoming as a drunken man is guided towards a barge by an elderly man and a woman. The boat itself holds more intriguing characters, including a mother nursing her child and a young boy playing the flute. The painting's background reveals three figures standing at the entrance of the inn, adding to the bustling ambiance. Steen skillfully incorporates various symbols throughout his composition, such as barrels and musical instruments, representing both revelry and merriment. As part of the Dutch Golden Age, "The Merry Homecoming" exemplifies baroque art with its intricate details and vibrant colors. It offers us an insight into everyday life during this period while also exploring themes of intoxication and camaraderie. Displayed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, this artwork showcases Steen's mastery in capturing human emotions through his brushstrokes. With its suggestive undertones and mixed company depicted within an inn setting, it invites viewers to reflect on their own experiences with alcohol consumption and social gatherings. "The Merry Homecoming" remains an enduring piece from Steen's oeuvre that continues to captivate audiences today with its rich symbolism, dynamic composition, and celebration of Dutch culture during the 17th century Golden Age.
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