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Five men in interior, c.1837-c.1903. Creator: Jan Striening
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Five men in interior, c.1837-c.1903. Creator: Jan Striening
Five men in interior, c.1837-c.1903
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Books Bookshelf Bookshelves Correspondence Document Documents Door Doors Doorway Genre Scene Letter Office Panelled Panelling Papers Paperwork Pointing Quill Pen Shelf Shelves Wood Panelling Watercolour Paint Whippet
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This evocative watercolor painting by Dutch artist Jan Striening II, titled "Five Men in Interior," dates from the late 19th century but draws inspiration from the 17th century. The scene takes place inside a cozy, paneled room filled with the trappings of intellectual pursuits. Five men, dressed in the fashion of the time, engage in various activities. One man sits at a table, quill pen in hand, writing a letter or document. Another man stands by the doorway, gesturing towards a stack of books on a nearby shelf. A third man, dressed in a simple smock, tends to a whippet lying at his feet. The fourth man, wearing a long, flowing coat, points to a book on the table, deep in conversation with the fifth man, who is intently reading a document. The room is filled with an air of quiet productivity, as the men go about their work and studies. The walls are adorned with bookshelves, overflowing with volumes of literature and correspondence. The room's warm, inviting atmosphere invites the viewer to imagine the rich intellectual and cultural heritage of the Netherlands during this period. The use of watercolor paint adds depth and texture to the scene, bringing the room and its inhabitants to life. This painting is a beautiful example of the genre scene tradition in Dutch art, capturing a moment in time and offering a glimpse into the daily lives of the people of the Netherlands during the 17th and 19th centuries.
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