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The Effects of Intemperance, c. 1663-65 (oil on panel)
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The Effects of Intemperance, c. 1663-65 (oil on panel)
BAL8233 The Effects of Intemperance, c.1663-65 (oil on panel) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 76x106.5 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: proverb Wine is a mocker; ); Dutch, out of copyright
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The Effects of Intemperance
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is a captivating oil painting by Jan Havicksz. Steen, created between 1663 and 1665. Measuring at 76x106.5 cm, this thought-provoking artwork can be found in the National Gallery in London, UK. The painting depicts a scene filled with chaos and moral decay, serving as a cautionary tale against intemperance. In the foreground, we see a group of individuals indulging in excessive drinking and revelry. A pickpocket takes advantage of the drunkenness to steal from an unsuspecting victim while others sleep off their intoxication. Amidst this disarray are innocent children witnessing these vices firsthand. A young girl feeds her parrot while observing the debauchery around her, symbolizing how corruption infiltrates even the most vulnerable members of society. Steen's meticulous attention to detail is evident throughout the composition; he includes various elements like a cat playing with spilled wine and a pig greedily devouring food scraps on the floor. This powerful image serves as a reminder that intemperance leads to societal degradation and personal ruin. It urges viewers to reflect on their own behaviors and consider the consequences of unchecked indulgence. "The Effects of Intemperance" not only showcases Steen's artistic prowess but also delivers an important moral message that resonates across time - reminding us all to strive for moderation and self-control in our lives.
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