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Allegory of the Four Estates, 1734. Creator: Georg Engelhard Schroder
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Allegory of the Four Estates, 1734. Creator: Georg Engelhard Schroder
Allegory of the Four Estates, 1734
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1730s Allegorical Allegorical Figures Estate Georg Engelhard Schröder Schroder Georg Engelhard Symbol Symbols Allegorical Figure Estates National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Stockholm National Museum
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Allegory of the Four Estates, 1734 by Georg Engelhard Schroder This stunning oil painting, created by the renowned German artist Georg Engelhard Schroder in the 1730s, is an exquisite example of the allegorical figures and concepts popular during the 18th century. The Allegory of the Four Estates is a visual representation of the four social orders or classes in medieval society: the Church, the Monarchy, the Nobility, and the Commons. Each figure in the painting is dressed in clothing representative of their respective estate. The Church is depicted as an elegant woman in a flowing white robe, holding a cross and a book, symbolizing wisdom and spiritual guidance. The Monarchy is represented by a majestic queen, dressed in rich purple and gold, adorned with a crown and scepter, symbolizing power and authority. The Nobility is shown as a graceful woman in a velvet gown and fur, holding a fan and a quill, symbolizing elegance and the arts. The Commons, the lowest class, is represented by a humble woman in a simple brown dress, holding a sheaf of wheat and a pitchfork, symbolizing labor and the harvest. The painting is a testament to the artistic skill and symbolic understanding of the time. The use of color and apparel adds depth and meaning to the allegorical figures, making this a significant work of art in the heritage of European painting. This masterpiece is currently on display at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, where it continues to captivate audiences and inspire art lovers from around the world.
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