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Interior with a Young Lady Reading a Letter, 1668. Creator: Pieter de Hooch
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Interior with a Young Lady Reading a Letter, 1668. Creator: Pieter de Hooch
Interior with a Young Lady Reading a Letter, 1668
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Correspondence De Hooch Genre Art Hooch Pieter De Hoog Pieter De Letter Looking Out Pieter De Hooch Pieter De Hoog Pieter De Hoogh Pieter Hooch Young Dutch Golden Age Golden Age National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Stockholm National Museum
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Pieter de Hooch's 'Interior with a Young Lady Reading a Letter' (1668) is a captivating oil painting from the Dutch Golden Age, now housed in the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden. The scene portrays a young woman, dressed in a vibrant red gown with a white apron, intently focused on a letter in her hands. Her expression conveys a mix of emotion, perhaps sadness or longing. The room she inhabits is dimly lit, with sunlight streaming in through a window, casting a warm glow on the girl and her surroundings. The painting is a prime example of Dutch genre art from the seventeenth century, which often depicted everyday life and common people. The attention to detail in the clothing and furnishings is remarkable, showcasing the fashion trends of the time. The girl's dress, with its intricate lace collar and cuffs, would have been a sign of wealth and status. The room is adorned with various objects, including a large wooden chest, a table with a vase of flowers, and a mantelpiece with a clock and other decorative items. The painting also features a young boy and a man, who are peering in from the doorway. Their presence adds to the sense of intimacy and privacy, as if we are intruding on a private moment. The use of color and light in the painting is masterful, with the red of the girl's dress contrasting beautifully with the muted tones of the room and the bright sunlight filtering in through the window. Overall, 'Interior with a Young Lady Reading a Letter' is a stunning work of art that transports us to a different time and place, offering a glimpse into the lives of people from the Dutch Golden Age.
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