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The Doctors Visit, 1667 (oil on panel)
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The Doctors Visit, 1667 (oil on panel)
3545831 The Doctors Visit, 1667 (oil on panel) by Mieris, Frans van (1635-81); 44.5x31.1 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Doctors were familiar targets of parody, here identified as a quack by his ostentatious clothing, while the nature of the young ladys fainting may be lovesickness or pregnancy. ); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22981300
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Dandy Diagnosis Domesticity Dutch Golden Age Golden Age Parody Quack Sample Seventeenth Sick Sickness Stereotype Urine Frans Van Mieris The Elder
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The Doctors Visit, 1667
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is a captivating oil painting by Frans van Mieris that offers a glimpse into the world of medicine and domesticity in 17th century Holland. In this intriguing artwork, we are presented with a scene where doctors were often subjects of parody. The central figure, dressed ostentatiously, is identified as a quack due to his extravagant attire. The focus of the composition lies on a young lady who appears to be fainting. The cause behind her condition remains ambiguous; it could be attributed to either lovesickness or pregnancy. This uncertainty adds an air of mystery and intrigue to the narrative. Van Mieris skillfully captures the atmosphere of the era through his meticulous attention to detail and use of light. The painting also highlights societal stereotypes surrounding medical practitioners during this period. Within this intimate domestic setting, we witness various elements associated with medical diagnosis: urine samples and diagnostic tools scattered around the room. These details provide insight into the practices employed by doctors at that time. "The Doctors Visit, 1667" serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a historical document from the Dutch Golden Age. It invites viewers to reflect upon notions of health, gender roles, and social expectations prevalent in 17th-century society while marveling at Van Mieris' technical prowess in capturing such intricate scenes on panel.
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