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Allegory of the 1577 Peace in the Low Countries, 1577 (oil on panel)
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Allegory of the 1577 Peace in the Low Countries, 1577 (oil on panel)
490009 Allegory of the 1577 Peace in the Low Countries, 1577 (oil on panel) by Claeissens, Pieter II (fl.1571-d.1623); 159x198 cm; Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: The painting was commissioned for the Bruges Town Hall on the occasion of the Pacification of Ghent and symbolises the peace between the Catholic and Protestant provinces. ); © Art in Flanders
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Allegoric Chariot Flemish Peace Personification Personifications Reconciliation Triumphal Unity Allegorical Belgians Belgium Belgian Dutch Netherlands Hollander Hollanders Netherland Netherlands Holland Dutch The Netherland
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This print showcases the "Allegory of the 1577 Peace in the Low Countries" by Pieter II Claeissens. Painted in 1577, this oil on panel masterpiece measures an impressive 159x198 cm and is currently housed at the Groeningemuseum in Bruges, Belgium. Commissioned for the Bruges Town Hall to commemorate the Pacification of Ghent, this painting symbolizes a significant moment in history - the peace between Catholic and Protestant provinces. The artwork depicts a triumphant scene with a grand chariot as its centerpiece, adorned with figures representing unity and reconciliation. The allegorical nature of this piece is evident through its use of personifications and historical references. Figures dressed in Roman attire stand alongside Flemish personifications, creating a visual narrative that speaks to political harmony and collective identity. As we delve into Belgian history through this painting, we are reminded of Europe's complex past. The Dutch influence is palpable as well, reflecting Holland's role within the Netherlands during that time period. Bridgeman Images has beautifully captured every intricate detail of this remarkable artwork from Fine Art Finder. This print allows us to appreciate Claeissens' skillful execution while also immersing ourselves in a pivotal moment when peace triumphed over division.
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