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Brueghel - Travellers on a Country road N070590

APSLEY HOUSE, London. " Travellers on a Country road with Cattle and Pigs 1616 by Jan BRUEGHEL the Elder. WM 1634-1948. From Spanish Royal Collection. Captured by the Duke of Wellington at Vitoria 1813

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Flemish Painting


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This print showcases the timeless masterpiece "Travellers on a Country Road" by Jan Brueghel the Elder, an iconic Flemish painting from 1616. The artwork, now housed in London's prestigious Apsley House, is a testament to Brueghel's exceptional talent and mastery of capturing rural scenes with remarkable detail. In this particular piece, we are transported back in time to witness a picturesque countryside road teeming with life. The composition features a group of travelers making their way through the idyllic landscape accompanied by cattle and pigs. Brueghel's meticulous brushstrokes bring each element to life, from the vibrant foliage lining the path to the animals grazing peacefully along its edges. The significance of this artwork extends beyond its artistic brilliance; it holds historical value as well. Acquired by the Duke of Wellington at Vitoria in 1813 during his military campaign against Napoleon Bonaparte, this painting became part of the Spanish Royal Collection before finding its current home at Apsley House. Through this stunning print captured by Historic England Photo Library, viewers can appreciate not only Brueghel's genius but also delve into a moment frozen in time that has traversed centuries. It serves as a reminder of our connection to history and how art has always been an integral part of human expression and storytelling.

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