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Merry Company, 1740-1760. Creator: Jan Josef Horemans I
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Merry Company, 1740-1760. Creator: Jan Josef Horemans I
Merry Company, 1740-1760. Two men smoke clay pipes as women minister to them
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Brazier Chimneypiece Clay Pipe Clay Pipes Fireplace Fireplace Mantel Gender Glassware Mantelpiece Pipe Servant Servants Tobacco Pipe Wine Glass Wineglass Women At Work Jan Josef Horemans
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This oil painting, titled "Merry Company" by Jan Josef Horemans I (1696-1782), depicts an intimate indoor scene from the Low Countries of the 18th century. The painting, created between 1740 and 1760, invites us into a cozy, well-appointed room filled with warmth and leisure. Two men, dressed in fashionable attire, sit comfortably in front of a grand chimneypiece, each lost in thought as they puff on their clay pipes. The room's ambiance is further accentuated by the soft glow of the fire, casting a warm, inviting light over the scene. In the background, two women attend to their tasks, one pouring wine into a delicate glass, while the other gestures towards the men, perhaps offering them a refill. The women's colorful dresses add a splash of vibrant color to the otherwise muted palette of the painting. The room's interior is adorned with intricate details, from the ornate mantelpiece to the glassware and brazier, all of which speak to the wealth and status of the household. The painting captures the essence of the 18th century Dutch lifestyle, with its focus on the simple pleasures of life, such as good company, a warm fire, and a glass of wine. The interaction between the men and women, as well as the various occupations depicted, highlight the gender roles of the time, with the men engaged in leisure activities while the women attend to their household duties. This beautifully preserved oil painting, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of the Netherlands and the intricacies of daily life during the 18th century.
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