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Italian Landscape (or Labourer Lunching), 18th century (oil on canvas)
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Italian Landscape (or Labourer Lunching), 18th century (oil on canvas)
6199724 Italian Landscape (or Labourer Lunching), 18th century (oil on canvas) by Berchem, Nicolaes Pietersz (1620-83) (follower of); 72.1x100.9 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums
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© Dundee Art Galleries and Museums / Bridgeman Images
Adoration Of The Shepherds Everyday Life Genre Painting Nativit Nativitas Domini Nativity Pastoral Peasant Life Peasants Shapherds Shepherd Shepherdess Shepherds Bible Story Biblical Events Biblical Scene Italian Landscapes
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This 18th-century oil painting, titled "Italian Landscape (or Labourer Lunching)" transports viewers to a pastoral scene filled with rustic charm. Created by the talented artist Nicolaes Pietersz Berchem or one of his followers, this masterpiece measures 72.1x100.9 cm and is housed in The McManus museum in Dundee, UK. The artwork depicts an idyllic Italian countryside where shepherds and shepherdesses go about their daily lives. In the foreground, a group of laborers takes a break from their work to enjoy a simple lunch amidst nature's beauty. Their worn faces reflect both hardship and contentment as they find solace in each other's company. Berchem skillfully captures the essence of peasant life through his meticulous brushstrokes and attention to detail. The rolling hills, lush greenery, and distant mountains create a serene backdrop for this biblical-inspired scene. Although not explicitly mentioned in the caption, elements such as adoration of the shepherds and nativity suggest religious undertones within this genre painting. These biblical references add depth to an already enchanting composition. With its romanticized portrayal of everyday life in rural Italy during the 18th century, this artwork serves as a timeless reminder of simpler times gone by. It invites us to appreciate the beauty found within ordinary moments while immersing ourselves in an era long past.
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