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Fishermen and Farmers, c.1625-c.1630. Creator: Arent Arentsz
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Fishermen and Farmers, c.1625-c.1630. Creator: Arent Arentsz
Fishermen and Farmers, c.1625-c.1630
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Arent Arentsz's painting "Fishermen and Farmers," created between 1625 and 1630, captures the rural life of the Dutch Low Countries during the 17th century. The letterbox format composition invites the viewer to step into the idyllic countryside scene, where a group of men and women engage in their respective occupations. On the left, a cluster of farmers work in the fields, tending to their crops and livestock. A woman in a red dress sits on a hay bale, spinning wool, while her counterpart stands nearby, holding a scythe. A man in a blue shirt and apron plows the land with a horse and plow, while another man, wearing a hat, speaks with a woman in a white apron and holding a basket. On the right, a group of fishermen gather at the riverbank, preparing their nets and boats for a day of fishing. A man in a blue and white striped shirt and hat sits on a log, mending a net, while another man, wearing a red cap, stands and talks to a fisherman in a white shirt and black trousers. A third fisherman, with a net over his shoulder, walks towards the group. In the background, a windmill stands tall against the horizon, its sails turning gently in the wind. The painting's rich color palette and meticulous attention to detail bring the rural scene to life, transporting the viewer to a bygone era. This oil on panel painting is a testament to the regionalism and heritage of the Dutch people during the 17th century and is a must-see at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
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