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Banquet of Eighteen Amsterdam Guardsmen of Squad L, known as The Perch Eaters
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Banquet of Eighteen Amsterdam Guardsmen of Squad L, known as The Perch Eaters
3709984 Banquet of Eighteen Amsterdam Guardsmen of Squad L, known as The Perch Eaters, 1566 (oil on panel) by Barendsz, Dirck (1534-92); 120x295 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Rot L Amsterdam known as De poseters, shooters of the Kloveniersdoelen.
); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23641216
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Amsterdam Bread Citizens City Guard Civic Guard Company Feast Fishes Group Portrait Guards Guardsmen Guild Loaves Militia Officers Volunteers Kloveniersdoelen
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This print showcases the iconic painting "Banquet of Eighteen Amsterdam Guardsmen of Squad L, known as The Perch Eaters" by Dirck Barendsz. Steeped in history and brimming with cultural significance, this masterpiece captures a momentous gathering of Amsterdam's guardsmen from 1566. Measuring an impressive 120x295 cm, this oil on panel artwork resides in the prestigious Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The guardsmen depicted are famously referred to as "The Perch Eaters" owing to their association with the Rot L Amsterdam group known as De poseters or shooters of the Kloveniersdoelen. In this baroque-style painting, we witness a celebration fit for heroes. Seated around a grand table laden with fishes and loaves of bread, these brave volunteers from the city guard exude strength and camaraderie. Each figure is meticulously portrayed, emphasizing their role as dutiful citizens and soldiers. As officers proudly stand amidst their comrades, it becomes evident that this group portrait serves not only as a tribute to these men but also symbolizes unity within Dutch society during that era. The Schuttersgilde or civic guard played an essential role in safeguarding cities like Amsterdam. Through Bridgeman Images' expertly captured photo print, viewers can immerse themselves in this historical scene filled with vibrant colors and intricate details. It serves as a testament to both artistic prowess and the valorous spirit that defined Amsterdam's guardsmen
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