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Peasant wedding, 1672. Creator: Jan Steen
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Peasant wedding, 1672. Creator: Jan Steen
Peasant wedding, 1672
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Jan Steen's 'Peasant Wedding' (1672) captures the lively and chaotic atmosphere of a traditional Dutch agricultural wedding during the Baroque era. The oil on panel painting depicts a group of peasants, both male and female, celebrating inside an inn or public house. The newlyweds, dressed in their finest attire, are surrounded by friends and family, all engaged in various activities. Some are drinking from tankards, others are playing musical instruments, such as the cello and fiddle, while a few are already showing signs of drunkenness. The scene is filled with a sense of joy and merriment, but also a touch of disorder and messiness, reflecting the unpolished realities of rural life in the Netherlands during the Dutch Golden Age. The painting's rich colors and intricate details bring the festivities to life, transporting us back in time to this unique moment in history. Jan Havicksz Steen, a prominent Dutch painter of the 17th century, expertly captures the essence of the peasant class and their celebrations, making this work a valuable heritage art piece and an important contribution to the Baroque era.
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