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France, Paris, Reading Bible
Filename: 940_18_87003589.jpg
Size: 2798 x 3416 (1.7MB)
Date: 16th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Source: De Agostini Picture Library
© DEA / G. DAGLI ORTI
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France, Paris, Reading Bible
Gerard Dou (1613-1675), Reading the Bible
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Media ID 9570039
© DEA / G. DAGLI ORTI
17th Century 17th Century Style Ageing Process Beard Bible Bird Cage Chair Expressing Positivity Grey Hair Heterosexual Couple Leaning Reading Senior Men Senior Women Simplicity Sunbeam Table Togetherness Tranquility Two People Window 80 Plus Years Senior Couple Spinning Wheel
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this 17th-century painting by Gerard Dou, titled "Reading Bible" we are transported to the enchanting city of Paris, France. The scene depicts a moment of tranquility and spirituality as a senior couple engages in their daily devotion. Seated side by side on an elegant chair near a sunlit window, the couple exudes wisdom and grace with their distinguished grey hair and serene expressions. Leaning forward, they find solace in the pages of the Holy Bible, immersing themselves in its teachings. The simplicity of their surroundings adds to the profoundness of this intimate moment. A birdcage hangs delicately nearby while a spinning wheel rests against a table adorned with religious artifacts. These elements symbolize both domesticity and faith. As we observe this elderly pair engrossed in scripture, it is evident that they have journeyed through life together for over eight decades. Their love and togetherness radiate from the canvas, reminding us of the enduring power of companionship. Gerard Dou's masterful brushstrokes capture not only their physical likeness but also their spiritual connection. Through his artistry, he expresses positivity and hope even amidst the inevitable process of aging. This fine art painting serves as an exquisite illustration of devotion transcending time - an eternal reminder that spirituality binds generations together across centuries.
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