Kermesse Collection (page 2)

The Kermesse at Nice: Selling Flowers for the Poor, France

A Fete and View of a City (oil on copper)
XAL247286 A Fete and View of a City (oil on copper) by Griffier, Jan (c.1645-1718); 50x64 cm; Galleria Sabauda, Turin, Italy; (add.info)

Peasant Fair (oil on panel)
XAL218244 Peasant Fair (oil on panel) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69) (attr.to); Galleria Sabauda, Turin, Italy; Flemish, out of copyright

The Village Festival (oil on panel)
XJL180973 The Village Festival (oil on panel) by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638); Musee Rolin, Autun, France; Flemish, out of copyright

Village Festival, 1716 (oil on canvas)
BAL14110 Village Festival, 1716 (oil on canvas) by Verburgh, Rutger (b.1678); Alan Jacobs Gallery, London, UK; Dutch, out of copyright

BRUEGEL: HOBOKEN, BELGIUM. The Kermesse at Hoboken. Line engraving after a drawing by Peter Bruegel the Elder or Frans Hogenberg

Grand festival des allies. Kermesse de l enfance... au profit de l ecole de reeducation professionnelle des mutiles de guerre de Bordeaux. A woman nursing her baby

Grande kermesse des fleurs 19 et 20 mai 1918. A l Hotel de Ville de Bordeaux. Au profit des oeuvres de guerre et de l enfance. Children picking flowers and handing them to injured soldiers

Kermesse au jardin des plantes (8 septembre). Print shows a woman in the basket of an inflated balloon on the ground at right ready for ascent

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"Kermesse: A Celebration of Life and Culture Through Art" Step into the vibrant world of kermesse, a traditional festival celebrated in various European countries. This captivating event has been immortalized in art throughout history, capturing the essence of joy and community. One such masterpiece is "The Triumph of the Archduchess Isabella (1556-1633) in the Brussels Ommeganck. " Painted with meticulous detail, it showcases the grandeur and splendor of this festive occasion. The archduchess's triumphant presence symbolizes unity and pride within her realm. In Pieter Bruegel the Elder's "The Peasant Dance, " we witness a lively gathering where peasants come together to revel in music and dance. Bruegel masterfully portrays their exuberance, highlighting their simple yet profound enjoyment of life's pleasures. Another notable artwork is "Fight between Carnival and Lent, " an oil painting that contrasts two opposing forces - indulgence versus restraint. This allegorical battle serves as a reminder to find balance amidst festivities, emphasizing the transient nature of merriment. Bruegel's influence continues with his line engraving titled "ST. George’s Day Kermis. " The intricate details bring forth scenes from this religious celebration, showcasing both devotion and revelry intertwined harmoniously. Moving forward to St. Martin's Day Kermis by Pieter Bruegel the Elder, we are transported back to 16th-century village life. With bustling stalls selling goods and merry villagers engaging in games and dances, this painting encapsulates the spirit of communal celebration during kermesse. "The Fair" by an unknown artist takes us into a more modern era while still capturing the enchantment through vibrant colors on canvas. It reminds us that these celebrations have stood the test of time as cherished moments for communities worldwide. From gouache on paper depictions to oil paintings on panel, a recurring theme in art.