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The Pancake Woman, c. 1635 (pen and ink on paper)
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The Pancake Woman, c. 1635 (pen and ink on paper)
3704026 The Pancake Woman, c.1635 (pen and ink on paper) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 10.8x14.4 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: pen and brown ink; framing lines in brown ink over black chalk
An old woman is seated on a low chair, frying pancakes in a large pan. The boy at the centre - bending his leg to dig deep into his pocket in search of a coin to buy a pancake - is especially well described. To his right is a toddler, evidently with a full mouth, already enjoying his pancake, and in the background are two wrestling boys.); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22486864
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Buying Cake Chalk Cooking Dutch Golden Age Frying Golden Age Selling Toddler Wrestler
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The Pancake Woman
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by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn is a captivating snapshot of everyday life in 17th century Holland. In this pen and ink drawing, we are transported to the bustling streets where an old woman sits on a low chair, skillfully frying pancakes in a large pan. The attention to detail is remarkable as the artist brings each character to life. At the center of the composition, a young boy bends his leg in anticipation, eagerly searching his pocket for a coin to purchase one of these delectable treats. To his right, a toddler can be seen with a full mouth, already relishing in the joy of devouring his pancake. In the background, two boys engage in playful wrestling - their youthful energy contrasting with the calmness of the pancake seller's stall. This scene perfectly encapsulates both innocence and liveliness that was characteristic of Dutch Golden Age art. Rembrandt's masterful use of pen and brown ink creates depth and texture within this small-scale artwork. The framing lines drawn over black chalk add further dimensionality to this charming street scene. "The Pancake Woman" offers us not only an insight into daily life during that era but also serves as a testament to Rembrandt's ability to capture human emotions and interactions through his artistry.
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