Glass Coaster : Governors of the Wine Merchants Guild, ca. 1659, by Ferdinan
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Governors of the Wine Merchants Guild, ca. 1659, by Ferdinan
Ferdinand Bol (1616-1680). Dutch painter. Governors of the Wine Merchants Guild. Ca.1659. Alte Pinakothek. Munich. Germany
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1659 Alte Document Economics Economy Ferdinand Frame Governor Governors Guild Merchant Munich Netherlandish Netherlands Pinakothek Wine
Glass Coaster
Individual Glass Coaster. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (10x10cm, 7mm thick). Price shown is per individual coaster.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 7.6cm x 4.9cm (3" x 1.9")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This 17th-century painting by Dutch artist Ferdinand Bol, titled "Governors of the Wine Merchants Guild," showcases a group of distinguished men seated around a grand table in an ornate interior. The scene, housed at the Alte Pinakothek in Munich, Germany, dates back to approximately 1659. The Governors of the Wine Merchants Guild are depicted in formal attire, each man wearing black clothing and sitting in a high-backed chair. They are engrossed in the documents spread out before them, their eyes focused on the important matters at hand. The mood is serious and business-like, yet the room is filled with an air of wealth and prosperity. The painting offers a glimpse into the economic history of Europe during the modern age. The Wine Merchants Guild was a significant organization in the Netherlands, responsible for regulating the wine trade and ensuring the quality of the product. The governors in this painting would have been responsible for overseeing the operations of the guild and making important decisions that affected the wine trade in the Netherlands and beyond. The painting is framed in a modern, yet understated manner, allowing the intricacies of the scene to take center stage. The use of chiaroscuro, or the contrast between light and dark, adds depth and texture to the painting, while the attention to detail in the clothing and furnishings demonstrates Bol's mastery of the art of painting. Overall, this painting is a fascinating window into the past, offering insights into the economic and social history of Europe during the 17th century.
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