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Six Wardens of the Drapers Guild, 1599. Creator: Pieter Pietersz. the elder
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Six Wardens of the Drapers Guild, 1599. Creator: Pieter Pietersz. the elder
Six Wardens of the Drapers Guild, 1599
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Draper Governor Governors Group Of Men Half Length Hand Gestures Length Pose Supervisor Textile Industry The Elder Group Portrait Pieter Pietersz
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This striking group portrait, titled "Six Wardens of the Drapers' Guild," was painted by Pieter Pietersz. the elder in 1599. The six men depicted are important figures in the Dutch textile industry, serving as wardens of the Drapers' Guild, an organization responsible for regulating the trade and production of textiles in Amsterdam during the Dutch Golden Age. Each man is shown in half-length, dressed in the finest clothing of the time. The vibrant colors and rich textures of their garments are expertly rendered in oil on panel, showcasing the artist's mastery of the medium. Each figure gazes directly at the viewer with a confident and assertive demeanor, their hands gesturing in various ways - some pointing to their chest, others resting on their lap or holding a staff. From left to right, the men are identified as Boelensz Hendrik, Michielsz Gijsbert, Servaesz Hendrick, Jacobs Jansz Benningh, Pietersz Lambert, and Prins Thomas. The governor of the guild, Pieter Pietersz. the elder, is depicted in the center, wearing a distinctive red robe and holding a staff. This painting is a testament to the importance of the textile industry in Dutch society during the Renaissance period, as well as the wealth and power of those who played a key role in its operation. The direct gaze of the subjects and their bold poses convey a sense of authority and importance, making this a truly historic and captivating work of art.
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