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The Egg Girl. Creator: Aertsen, Pieter (1508-1575)
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The Egg Girl. Creator: Aertsen, Pieter (1508-1575)
The Egg Girl. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp
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Aertsen Antwerp At The Market Baskets Country Side Early Netherlandish Art Eggs Farmer Farmer Woman Hens Market Milkmaid Milkwoman Peasant Peasant Family Peasant Life Peasant Market Peasant Woman Pieter 1508 1575 Royal Museum Of Fine Arts Seller The Netherlands Vendor
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is a captivating oil on wood painting by the Early Netherlandish artist Pieter Aertsen, dated back to the 16th century. This masterpiece is currently housed in the esteemed Royal Museum of Fine Arts in Antwerp, Belgium. The scene portrays a bustling peasant marketplace, filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of rural life. At the heart of the composition lies a farmer woman, dressed in traditional costume, skillfully balancing a large basket filled with freshly gathered eggs on her head. Her attire, adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors, reflects the rich textile traditions of the time. Surrounding the Egg Girl are various vendors and marketgoers engaged in their daily trades. A milkmaid pours milk from a large jug into a keg, while a farmer sells his produce from a vat. Hens roam freely in the background, adding to the idyllic countryside setting. The intricate details of the market scene, from the woven baskets and wooden crates to the worn clothing and weathered faces, evoke a sense of authenticity and realism that is characteristic of Early Netherlandish art. Aertsen's "The Egg Girl" is a testament to the beauty and complexity of peasant life in the Netherlands during the 16th century. The painting invites us to explore the rich tapestry of daily life, from the simple pleasures of fresh produce to the vibrant social interactions of the marketplace. Through his masterful use of oil on wood, Aertsen captures the essence of a bygone era, offering us a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the enduring human connection to the land and its bounty.
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