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Brazilian Village, 1675-1680. Creator: Frans Post
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Brazilian Village, 1675-1680. Creator: Frans Post
Brazilian Village, 1675-1680
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Brazil Brazil South America Brazilian Dutch Golden Age Frans Jansz Poost Frans Jansz Post Frans Janszoon Post Frans Post Horizon Leaving Local People Palm Tree Palm Trees Palms Poost Frans Jansz Post Frans Post Frans Jansz South American Golden Age
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Frans Post's Brazilian Village, painted between 1675 and 1680, offers a captivating glimpse into the Dutch colonization of South America during the Golden Age. The oil on panel painting depicts a tranquil scene of a Brazilian village nestled at the edge of a lush, tropical landscape. The village is populated by local people, both men and women, dressed in traditional attire, going about their daily tasks. In the foreground, children play and a man tends to palm trees, while in the background, a group of people are seen leaving the village, possibly heading to work in the fields or going about their business. The Dutch influence is evident in the architecture of the buildings, with their red-tiled roofs and whitewashed walls. The horizon is dominated by a clear blue sky dotted with clouds, and the landscape is dotted with palm trees and other vegetation typical of the region. The painting is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Low Countries and the fascination with the exotic lands of South America during this period. Frans Post (1612-1680), a Dutch painter, is known for his detailed and realistic depictions of exotic locales, particularly those in South America. This painting, now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, is a prime example of his skill and the artistic achievements of the Dutch Golden Age.
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