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Gardening, c. 1637-38 (oil on panel)
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Gardening, c. 1637-38 (oil on panel)
NUL386985 Gardening, c.1637-38 (oil on panel) by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638); Museum of Fine Arts, Bucharest, Romania; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 22404384
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Arbour Digging Expense Expensive Flock Flowerbeds Formal Gardeners Grand Horticultural Horticulture Idyllic Labourers Luxury Manor Planting Riverside Rustic Shearing Spring Status Topiary Tulips Daily Life Scene Manor House Manor Houses Mansions
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This print captures the essence of gardening in the 17th century. Painted by Pieter Brueghel the Younger, this oil on panel artwork titled "Gardening" showcases a scene filled with laborers and daily life activities. Set against a picturesque riverside backdrop, workers can be seen engaging in various horticultural tasks such as digging, planting, and shearing flowerbeds. The grandeur of this garden is evident through its meticulously manicured topiary and vibrant flower arrangements. The presence of tulips hints at the wealth and luxury associated with these elaborate gardens during that time period. It is an idyllic representation of agricultural work intertwined with celebration and dance. The manor house overlooking the garden signifies status and prosperity while providing accommodation for those who tend to its beauty. A flock of sheep adds a rustic charm to the scene, further emphasizing the connection between nature and human activity. This painting not only depicts a moment frozen in time but also serves as a reminder of how gardening has been an integral part of our history. It highlights both the hard work involved in cultivating beautiful landscapes and the joy it brings to those who appreciate them. Displayed proudly at Bucharest's Museum of Fine Arts, this piece from Bridgeman Images offers viewers a glimpse into an era where gardens were more than just spaces; they were symbols of wealth, power, and artistic expression.
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