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The Bean King (The Feast of the Bean King). Artist: Teniers, David, the Younger (1610-1690)
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The Bean King (The Feast of the Bean King). Artist: Teniers, David, the Younger (1610-1690)
The Bean King (The Feast of the Bean King). Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid
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Amusement Banquet Barock Celebration Covered Table David Decanter Drinking Drinking Bout Drunk Drunkenness Feast Festivity Fun Atmosphere Funny Company Teniers The Younger 1610 1690 Three Kings Wine Wine Cup Wine Glass Allegory And Literature
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This print showcases "The Bean King (The Feast of the Bean King)" by David Teniers, the Younger. The artwork can be found in the esteemed collection of Museo del Prado in Madrid. In this lively scene, a group of individuals is gathered around a covered table, indulging in wine and merriment. The atmosphere is filled with amusement and laughter as they engage in a funny company. A variety of wine glasses and decanters are scattered across the table, symbolizing their enjoyment of fine spirits. The central figure, adorned with regal attire and crowned as the Bean King, represents an allegory steeped in mythology and literature. This festive occasion celebrates the tradition of choosing a king through a bean feast or drinking bout. Teniers masterfully captures the essence of baroque revelry through his skilled use of oil on canvas. His attention to detail brings every element to life - from the expressions on each person's face to their animated gestures. "The Bean King" transports viewers back to Flanders during its Baroque period, immersing them in an era known for its exuberance and love for celebration. This fine art image serves as a testament to Teniers' talent for genre painting while offering us insight into historical customs surrounding feasts and festivities.
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