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The Bird Organ or A Woman Varying Her Pleasures, 1751 (oil on canvas)
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The Bird Organ or A Woman Varying Her Pleasures, 1751 (oil on canvas)
XIR362980 The Bird Organ or A Woman Varying Her Pleasures, 1751 (oil on canvas) by Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779); 50x43 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: La Serinette ou Une Dame Variant ses Amusements; a serinette is a small barrel organ and was used to teach tunes to canary birds; this musical instrument first appeared in the 17th and 18th centuries in France; painting ordered for the French King, Louis XV, in 1751; the artist was paid 1500 livres in 1752; ); French, out of copyright
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The captivating painting "The Bird Organ or A Woman Varying Her Pleasures" by Jean-Baptiste Simeon Chardin takes us back to the elegant drawing rooms of 18th-century France. This exquisite oil on canvas print, measuring 50x43 cm, is housed in the prestigious Louvre Museum in Paris. In this scene, a woman indulges in her pastime of teaching tunes to her beloved canary birds using a serinette, a small barrel organ. The serinette was a popular musical instrument during that era and played an essential role in entertaining both humans and their feathered companions. Commissioned for King Louis XV himself in 1751, Chardin's attention to detail and mastery of light and shadow are evident throughout the artwork. The artist received a substantial payment of 1500 livres for his exceptional workmanship. This enchanting composition captures not only the beauty of music but also the joyous bond between humans and nature. As we gaze upon this painting, we are transported into an era where leisurely pursuits such as bird training were cherished pastimes. "The Bird Organ or A Woman Varying Her Pleasures" serves as a reminder that art has always been intertwined with entertainment and amusement. It invites us to appreciate the simple pleasures found within our own hobbies while celebrating the timeless connection between humanity and nature.
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