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Jovial Company, 1564 (panel)
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Jovial Company, 1564 (panel)
XAM74834 Jovial Company, 1564 (panel) by Massys or Metsys, Jan (1509-75); 71x100 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Dutch, out of copyright
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Bagpipes Bread Happy Onion Pipes
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In this vibrant and lively scene captured in "Jovial Company, 1564" artist Jan Massys or Metsys transports us back to the Dutch countryside of the 16th century. The panel print, measuring 71x100 cm, now resides in the esteemed Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Austria. The composition is filled with an assortment of elements that evoke a sense of joy and merriment. A group of peasants gathers around a table adorned with various objects: pipes, musical instruments, an earthenware jar filled with fish, and bread. Music fills the air as one man plays a bagpipe while others join in on different instruments. A still life arrangement consisting of onions and other food items adds depth to the scene while also hinting at the abundance enjoyed by these jovial individuals. Their expressions are radiant with happiness as they engage in conversation and revelry. Massys or Metsys skillfully captures both the physical details and emotional atmosphere within this painting. Through his masterful brushwork, he brings to life a moment frozen in time - one that encapsulates the simple pleasures found amidst rural communities during this era. This artwork from Fine Art Finder showcases not only Massys or Metsys' artistic prowess but also provides us with a glimpse into history through its portrayal of peasant life, music-making traditions, and communal celebration.
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