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Old Peasant Woman Holding a Jug, c. 1643 (oil on oak)
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Old Peasant Woman Holding a Jug, c. 1643 (oil on oak)
3588432 Old Peasant Woman Holding a Jug, c.1643 (oil on oak)
by Ostade, Adriaen Jansz. van (1610-85) (school of); 16x14 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: See also XOS 3588419); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23117614
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This print captures the essence of a bygone era, showcasing an "Old Peasant Woman Holding a Jug" in all her humble beauty. Painted with meticulous detail and skillful brushstrokes, this oil on oak masterpiece was created around 1643 by Adriaen Jansz. van Ostade or someone from his school. Measuring just 16x14 cm, this small yet powerful artwork is housed in the National Museum of Stockholm, Sweden. The woman's weathered face and tired eyes tell tales of a life filled with toil and hardship. Her worn cap adds to her authenticity as she gazes into the distance, perhaps lost in thoughts that only she knows. Set against a dark background, the warm tones of her skin contrast beautifully with the cool hues of her clothing and surroundings. The jug she holds tightly symbolizes simplicity and sustenance amidst scarcity. As part of the Dutch Golden Age movement, this painting exemplifies Baroque art at its finest. It serves as a testament to Ostade's ability to capture human emotion through his masterful use of light and shadow. Displayed alongside other notable works from this period (such as XOS 3588419), this portrait invites viewers to reflect upon the lives led by ordinary people during one of history's most prosperous eras for Dutch art. Through this print brought to you by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded once again that even within everyday subjects lies extraordinary beauty waiting to be
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