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The Refusal, 1772 (oil on panel)
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The Refusal, 1772 (oil on panel)
827676 The Refusal, 1772 (oil on panel) by Buys, Jacobus (1724-1801); 57.5x44.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Refusal. Jacobus Buys (1724-1801). Oil on panel. Painted in 1772. 57.5 x 44.4cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23304368
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1770s 1772 Artist Dutch Boundary Buys Dutch Art Dutch Artist Female Garment Formal Garden Four People Gesture Gesturing Grounds Hand Gesture Hand Movement Hedge Hoop Skirt Hoopskirt Landscaped Late 18th Century Late Eighteenth Century Negative Concept Netherlandish Artist Old Master Paintings Old Masters Pose Posed Posing Refusal Rejected Rejection Skirt Small Group Small Group Of People Unwanted Young Man Young Men Ethnic Origin Jacobus Buys Oil On Panel Young Woman
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The Refusal, 1772
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by Jacobus Buys is a captivating oil painting that captures a powerful moment of rejection and boundary-setting. In this late eighteenth-century artwork, Buys skillfully portrays a small group of people in a formal garden setting. The focal point of the painting is a young woman dressed in an elaborate hoop skirt, standing with her hand outstretched in a gesture of refusal. Her posture exudes confidence and determination as she rejects the advances or proposals being made by the man beside her. Surrounded by lush greenery and meticulously landscaped hedges, the scene evokes both beauty and tension. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, from the delicate folds of clothing to the intricate gestures captured on canvas. Buys' composition invites viewers to contemplate themes such as power dynamics between men and women, personal boundaries, and societal expectations. The refusal depicted here challenges traditional gender roles prevalent during that era. This remarkable piece showcases Buys' mastery as a Dutch artist during the late 18th century. With its rich colors, impeccable technique, and thought-provoking subject matter, "The Refusal" continues to captivate audiences today. It serves as an enduring reminder that art has always been at the forefront of exploring complex human emotions and social dynamics throughout history.
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