Peter Brueghel The Elder Collection (page 3)

Man Yawning, c1545-1569. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
Man Yawning, c1545-1569. From the collection of the Musees Royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique, Brussels, Belgium

The Harvesters, 1565. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
The Harvesters, 1565. From a private collection

The Amateur Painter, c1562. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
The Amateur Painter, c1562. From a private collection

The Storm, 1569. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
The Storm, 1569. An unfinished work, probably the artists last painting. From the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria

The Parable of the Blind, 1568. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
The Parable of the Blind, 1568. Christs words about peoples inner blindness to true religion: they are blind guides, and if one blind man guides another they will both fall into the ditch

Tower of Babel, 1563. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
Tower of Babel, 1563. The Tower of Babel was built by a united humanity in an attempt to reach Heaven. From the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria

Landscape with the Fall of Icarus, c1555. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
Landscape with the Fall of Icarus, c1555. From the collection of the Musees Royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique, Brussels, Belgium

Flemish proverb, c1558-1560. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
Flemish proverb, c1558-1560. Detail from Twelve Flemish Proverbs. From the Museum Mayer van der Berg, Antwerp, Belgium

He cannot tolerate the sun shimmering in the water, c1558-1560. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
He cannot tolerate the sun shimmering in the water, c1558-1560. Detail from Twelve Flemish Proverbs. From the Museum Mayer van der Berg, Antwerp, Belgium

He Shakes out his coat according to the wind, c1558-1560. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
He Shakes out his coat according to the wind, c1558-1560. Detail from Twelve Flemish Proverbs. From the Museum Mayer van der Berg, Antwerp, Belgium

Head of a Lansquenet, c1545-1569. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
Head of a Lansquenet, c1545-1569. From the collection of the Musee Fabre, Montpellier, France

Two Monkeys, 1562. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
Two Monkeys, 1562. From the collection of the Gemaldegalerie, Berlin

View of the ancient fortifications of Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1562. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
View of the ancient fortifications of Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1562

The Battle about Money, after 1570. Creator: Pieter van der Heyden
The Battle about Money, after 1570

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Peter Brueghel the Elder was a renowned Flemish painter of the 16th century, known for his intricate and detailed artworks. One of his notable works is "Dulle Griet (Mad Meg)" created in 1562. This painting depicts a strong and fearless woman marching through hell, symbolizing female empowerment. Another masterpiece by Brueghel is "The Harvesters" painted in 1565. It showcases peasants working diligently during harvest time, capturing the essence of rural life and emphasizing the importance of hard work. In "Whatever I do, I do not Repent, I Keep Pissing against the Moon" from c1558-1560, Brueghel portrays a man urinating towards the moon as an act of defiance against societal norms. This artwork challenges conventional beliefs and encourages individuality. Brueghel's collaboration with Pieter van der Heyden resulted in thought-provoking pieces like "Patience (Patientia)" from 1557 which represents endurance amidst adversity and "Pride (Superbia)" from The Seven Deadly Sins series in 1558 that explores human arrogance. "The Peasant Dance" painted between 1568-1569 captures a lively scene where peasants celebrate joyously through dance. It reflects Brueghel's fascination with depicting everyday life and showcasing ordinary people's happiness. "Misanthrope, " created in 1568, portrays an isolated figure who rejects society due to disillusionment or disappointment. This piece delves into themes of alienation and introspection. Among other notable works associated with Bruegel are "The Parable of the Good Shepherd" from 1565 by Philip Galle that illustrates compassion towards others; "The Death of the Virgin" engraved by Philip Galle in 1574 portraying grief after Mary's passing; and finally, "The Triumph of Death, " dating back to around 1562 which serves as a reminder of the inevitability and power of death.