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Muleteers beside an Italian Ruin, c.1650. Creator: Jan Asselijin
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Muleteers beside an Italian Ruin, c.1650. Creator: Jan Asselijin
Muleteers beside an Italian Ruin, c.1650. Other Title(s): Donkey Drivers beside a ruin in Italy
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Asselijin Jan Asselijn Jan Asselyn Jan Donkey Dutch Golden Age Esselin Jan Jan Asselijin Jan Asselijn Jan Asselyn Jan Esselin Mule Mule Driver Mules Muleteer Overgrown Sunlight Sunlit Sunshine Traveller Travellers Golden Age
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Muleteers beside an Italian Ruin
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is a captivating 17th-century oil painting by the Dutch artist Jan Asselijn, also known as Jan Asselijn or Jan Esselin. The painting, estimated to have been created around 1650, showcases the picturesque beauty of Italy's ancient ruins and the daily life of muleteers during the Dutch Golden Age. The scene is set against a backdrop of a magnificent Italian ruin, its sunlit facade overgrown with vines and moss, evoking a sense of history and heritage. Two muleteers, dressed in traditional attire, are shown beside the ruin, tending to their animals. One mule, with a pack on its back, stands obediently, while another mule and a dog are seen playing nearby. The bridge in the foreground adds to the sense of depth and perspective, as well as symbolizing the connection between the old and the new. Asselijn masterfully captures the essence of the Italian countryside, with the warm sunlight filtering through the trees and casting long shadows on the ground. The painting also reflects the scientific curiosity of the time, with the solar system depicted in the sky above, adding an element of astronomy to the landscape. This painting is a testament to the rich cultural exchange between Italy and the Netherlands during the 17th century, and a reminder of the beauty and wonder of the past. It is a must-see for anyone interested in history, art, or the Dutch Golden Age, and can be found in the prestigious Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
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