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The Poultry Seller, 1620-1643. Creator: Cornelis Jacobsz Delff
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The Poultry Seller, 1620-1643. Creator: Cornelis Jacobsz Delff
The Poultry Seller, 1620-1643
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Basket Bucket Chicken Customer Dutch Golden Age Milk Milk Churn Milk Churns Money Paying Pear Pears Poultry Golden Age
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The Poultry Seller," a captivating oil on panel painting created between 1620 and 1643 by the Dutch artist Cornelis Jacobsz Delff, offers a glimpse into the bustling life of the Dutch Golden Age. This seventeenth-century masterpiece, now housed in the esteemed Rijksmuseum in the Netherlands, invites viewers to step into the vibrant world of trade and commerce that characterized Europe during this period. At the heart of the scene, a determined woman skillfully balances a large basket filled with plump, freshly plucked chickens on her head, her expression a testament to the hard work and dedication required to earn a living. A customer, likely a man, engages her in a transaction, his hand reaching into his pocket to produce coins for payment. A dog, ever present in the background, keeps watch over the scene, its ears perked up in anticipation. The rich colors and intricate details of the painting transport us back in time, allowing us to witness the daily happenings of the Low Countries during the Dutch Golden Age. The woman's vibrant red dress, the man's blue and white garments, and the warm tones of the poultry all come alive on the canvas. A milk churn and bucket filled with milk, as well as a few pears, add to the scene's sense of abundance and prosperity. Delff's expert use of oil painting techniques brings the people and animals to life, their textures and forms rendered with remarkable detail. The Poultry Seller is not only a testament to the artist's skill but also a valuable piece of European heritage, offering a window into the past and a reminder of the rich cultural history of the Netherlands.
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