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The Peasants Dance, 1678 (oil on canvas) (see also 150652)
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The Peasants Dance, 1678 (oil on canvas) (see also 150652)
XKH150651 The Peasants Dance, 1678 (oil on canvas) (see also 150652) by Scheits, Matthias (c.1630-c.1700); 54x70 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright
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Audience Bagpipes Drum Happy Merriment Peasants Pipes Rustic Spectating Tankard
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This print captures the lively and joyous scene of "The Peasants Dance" painted by Matthias Scheits in 1678. Set against a rustic countryside backdrop, this oil on canvas masterpiece showcases a group of peasants engaging in merriment and revelry. In the center of the composition, we see a group of villagers dancing energetically to the beat of a drum. Their movements are exuberant and full of life, reflecting their carefree spirits. The sound of bagpipes fills the air as one peasant skillfully plays them, adding to the festive atmosphere. Surrounding the dancers, other villagers can be seen spectating with great enthusiasm. They cheer on their friends while enjoying drinks from tankards at an inn nearby. The spectators' faces radiate happiness as they soak in every moment of this rural celebration. Scheits masterfully captures both movement and emotion through his brushstrokes, bringing this scene to life for generations to come. This artwork is housed at Hamburger Kunsthalle in Hamburg, Germany. "The Peasants Dance" serves as a reminder that even amidst hard work and daily struggles, people find solace and joy in coming together for moments like these – where music, dance, laughter, and camaraderie create cherished memories that transcend time itself.
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