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Seated Peasant, Holding a Glass of Beer, 1640s. Creator: Unknown
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Seated Peasant, Holding a Glass of Beer, 1640s. Creator: Unknown
Seated Peasant, Holding a Glass of Beer, 1640s
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1640s Adriaan Ostade Adriaan Van Ostade Adriaen Jansz Van Ostade Adriaen Ostade Adriaen Van Ostade Adrian Ostade Adrian Van Ostade Agricultural Labourer Agricultural Workers Alcohol Beer Farmer Labourer Liquor Ostade Adriaen Van Peasant Peasants Van Ostade Adriaen Agricultural Worker Dutch Golden Age Farm Hand Farm Labourer Farm Worker Farmhand Farmworker Golden Age National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Stockholm National Museum
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Seated Peasant, Holding a Glass of Beer, 1640s
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is an exquisite 17th century artwork, created by an unknown artist, showcasing the rustic charm of rural life during this period. The artwork, which is believed to date back to the 1640s, is a graphite pen and brown ink watercolour and white cover paint drawing. The central figure of the composition is a peasant man, dressed in simple clothing, seated comfortably on a wooden bench. He is holding a glass of beer in his left hand, his right hand resting on his thigh. The peasant's expression is relaxed and content, reflecting the joy and simplicity of his momentary reprieve from the hard labor of farming. The artwork is a testament to the Dutch Golden Age, a period of cultural and artistic flourishing in the Netherlands, which is renowned for its depictions of everyday life. The use of muted colors and intricate details in the artwork highlights the artist's mastery of the medium and their ability to capture the essence of the subject. The peasant's attire, consisting of a brown tunic and a white collar, is typical of the agricultural laborers of the time. The artwork also provides a glimpse into the agricultural lifestyle of the 17th century, with the inclusion of a pitchfork and a plow in the background, reminding us of the hard work and long hours that were a part of daily life. This artwork is now a part of the collection of the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, and serves as an important reminder of the rich cultural heritage of Europe during the 17th century. The Seated Peasant, Holding a Glass of Beer, 1640s, is a poignant and beautiful representation of the simple pleasures of rural life, and a testament to the artistic talent of the unknown artist who created it.
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