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Scene from a Wealthy Dutch Home, 1663. Creator: Pieter Cornelisz. van Slingeland
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Scene from a Wealthy Dutch Home, 1663. Creator: Pieter Cornelisz. van Slingeland
Scene from a Wealthy Dutch Home, 1663
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Affluence Arched Family Life Parent Pieter Cornelisz Scolding Telling Off Training Wealth Wealthy Dane Danes Dutch Golden Age Golden Age National Gallery Of Denmark Statens Museum For Kunst
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Scene from a Wealthy Dutch Home, 1663" is a captivating oil on wood painting by the Dutch artist Pieter Cornelisz. van Slingelandt (1619-1675). This masterpiece, created during the Dutch Golden Age, offers a vivid glimpse into the lives of the affluent Dutch society of the 17th century. The painting depicts a well-appointed room in a wealthy Dutch home, filled with an air of tranquility and refinement. Three generations of a family are gathered around, engaged in various activities. In the foreground, a mother scolds her two sons, perhaps for misbehaving, while her husband, seated at a table, looks up from his papers with a stern expression. The boys, dressed in fine clothing, appear unrepentant, one of them holding a dog on a leash. The room is adorned with luxurious furnishings, including an arched fireplace, ornate tapestries, and a grand painting on the wall. The scene is further enlivened by the presence of two Danish danes, likely pets, lying on the floor. The use of rich colors and intricate details adds to the painting's visual appeal, making it a true treasure of Dutch heritage art. This painting is a testament to the concept of family life during the Dutch Golden Age, a time when the arts flourished and the Netherlands emerged as a cultural and economic powerhouse. It is now housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst (National Gallery of Denmark) in Copenhagen, making it an important addition to the country's cultural heritage and a must-see for art enthusiasts. The painting's title, "Scene from a Wealthy Dutch Home, 1663," encapsulates the essence of this artwork, offering a glimpse into the lives of the Dutch elite during a time of prosperity and affluence. Pieter Cornelisz. van Slingelandt's masterful use of color, composition, and detail makes this painting a true masterpiece of the 17th century.
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