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Singing peasant company Two standing figures
Singing peasant company, Two standing figures, one of whom with a violin on their back, sing with a piece of sheet music in hand with three other figures and a child. On the right a table with a jug, farmers, vocal music, singing, violin, fiddle, jar, jug (used as drinking vessel), paper (writing material), Cornelis A. Hellemans, Northern Netherlands, 1650 - 1699, paper, etching, h 114 mm × w 147 mm
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1650 1699 Back Drinking Vessel Farmers Fiddle Figures Hand Northern Netherlands Piece Sheet Music Sing Singing Table Violin Vocal Music Writing Material
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In this print titled "Singing peasant company Two standing figures" we are transported to the Northern Netherlands in the late 17th century. The scene depicts a lively gathering of villagers, where two individuals stand prominently at the center. One of them carries a violin on their back, ready to enchant everyone with its melodic tunes. With sheet music in hand, these two figures lead the group in song, creating a harmonious atmosphere that resonates through the image. Three other figures and a child join in, adding their voices to the chorus. Their faces reflect joy and camaraderie as they come together to celebrate music and community. On the right side of the composition, we notice a table adorned with a jug – perhaps filled with refreshing beverages for all to enjoy during breaks from singing. Surrounding this table are farmers who have taken time off from their laborious tasks to partake in this musical interlude. The artist behind this etching is Cornelis A. Hellemans, whose attention to detail brings every element of this scene vividly alive on paper. Through his masterful strokes, he captures not only the physical features but also conveys an intangible sense of unity and shared enjoyment among these peasants. This remarkable piece serves as both an artistic representation and historical documentation of rural life during that period. It reminds us of how music has always been an integral part of human connection and expression across cultures throughout history.
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