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Pieter Bruegel The Elder Collection (page 4)

Pieter Bruegel the Elder, a renowned Flemish painter of the 16th century, left an indelible mark on art history with his diverse and thought-provoking works

Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Avarice Avaritia series Seven Deadly Sins 1558

Avarice Avaritia series Seven Deadly Sins 1558
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Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Dirty Bride Marriage Mopsus Nisa 1570 Engraving

Dirty Bride Marriage Mopsus Nisa 1570 Engraving
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Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Rabbit Hunt 1560 Etching Sheet 8 7 / 16 x 11 3 / 8

Rabbit Hunt 1560 Etching Sheet 8 7 / 16 x 11 3 / 8
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Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Peter Breughel, plate 19 from the series Pictorum aliquot celebrium Germanaie

Peter Breughel, plate 19 from the series Pictorum aliquot celebrium Germanaie
XJF996500 Peter Breughel, plate 19 from the series " Pictorum aliquot celebrium Germanaie inferioris effigies" (Portraits of some Celebrated Artists of the Low Countries)

Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Hieronymus Cock after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, c

Hieronymus Cock after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, c. 1510 - 1570), Landscape with the Temptation of Christ, etching

Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Philip Galle after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, 1537 - 1612), The Triumph of Time

Philip Galle after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, 1537 - 1612), The Triumph of Time, engraving

Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Hans Liefrinck I after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, probably 1518 - 1573)

Hans Liefrinck I after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, probably 1518 - 1573), The Fat Kitchen, in or after 1563, engraving

Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Hendrik Hondius after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (after Hieronymus Bosch? (Dutch, 1573

Hendrik Hondius after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (after Hieronymus Bosch? (Dutch, 1573 - 1649 or after), The Big Fish Eat the Little Fish, c. 1619, engraving

Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Simon Novellanus after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (German, active c

Simon Novellanus after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (German, active c. 1560-1590), River Landscape with the Fall of Icarus, 1553, etching and engraving

Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Frans Huys after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, 1522 - 1562), Armed Four-Master

Frans Huys after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, 1522 - 1562), Armed Four-Master Sailing towards a Port, 1565, engraving

Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, c. 1525-1530 - 1569), Peasants and Cattle near a Farmhouse

Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, c. 1525-1530 - 1569), Peasants and Cattle near a Farmhouse, c. 1553-1554, pen and brown ink on laid paper

Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Pieter van der Heyden after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, active c. 1551-1572)

Pieter van der Heyden after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, active c. 1551-1572), The Witch of Malleghem, published 1559, engraving

Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Attributed to Philip Galle after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, 1537-1612), The

Attributed to Philip Galle after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, 1537-1612), The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins, engraving

Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Johannes and Lucas van Doetechum after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Dutch, died 1605)

Johannes and Lucas van Doetechum after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Dutch, died 1605), " Mondighe Melis" and " Smeerighe Els", c. 1564-1565, etching

Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Jan Theodor de Bry after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, 1561-1623), The Man with

Jan Theodor de Bry after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, 1561-1623), The Man with the Moneybag and His Flatterers, engraving

Background imagePieter Bruegel The Elder Collection: Hendrik Hondius I after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Dutch, 1573-1649 or after), Two

Hendrik Hondius I after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Dutch, 1573-1649 or after), Two Bagpipe Players, 1642, engraving




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Pieter Bruegel the Elder, a renowned Flemish painter of the 16th century, left an indelible mark on art history with his diverse and thought-provoking works. His painting "Dulle Griet (Mad Meg)" depicts a fierce and determined woman in armor, challenging traditional gender roles. In "The Harvesters, " Bruegel captures the essence of rural life, showcasing peasants toiling away in the fields during harvest season. In "Whatever I do, I do not Repent, I Keep Pissing against the Moon, " Bruegel's irreverence shines through as he challenges societal norms and expectations. The artist's collaboration with Pieter van der Heyden resulted in powerful pieces like "Patience (Patientia), " which explores the virtue amidst chaos, and "Pride (Superbia)" from their series on The Seven Deadly Sins. "The Peasant Dance" brings joyous scenes to life as villagers come together for merriment and celebration. Conversely, "Misanthrope" delves into human isolation and disillusionment. Philip Galle collaborated with Bruegel on notable works such as "The Parable of the Good Shepherd, " conveying religious themes with intricate detail. Bruegel's mastery is evident in his depiction of somber subjects like death; both in "The Death of the Virgin" by Philip Galle and his own creation titled "The Triumph of Death. " These artworks explore mortality while evoking deep contemplation within viewers' hearts. Collaborating again with van der Heyden for their piece titled "Everyman, " they delve into existential questions about life's purpose. Finally, anger takes center stage in Philip Galle's portrayal of this deadly sin known as “Anger (Ira). ” Through his wide-ranging subject matter and technical prowess, Pieter Bruegel the Elder continues to captivate audiences centuries later. His ability to capture humanity's complexities and challenge societal norms makes him a true master of his craft.