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The Organ-Grinder Outside a Cottage, 1640. Creator: Adriaen van Ostade
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The Organ-Grinder Outside a Cottage, 1640. Creator: Adriaen van Ostade
The Organ-Grinder Outside a Cottage, 1640
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Adriaen van Ostade's painting, "The Organ-Grinder Outside a Cottage," dates back to the 17th century and provides a glimpse into the rustic charm of rural life during the Dutch Golden Age. The scene takes place outside a quaint cottage, where a man dressed in traditional clothing of the time plays an organ for a group of children. The organ-grinder, wearing a pointed hat and a long, flowing coat, is seated on a stool, his feet pumping the bellows to create the music. The children, dressed in simple garments, are mesmerized by the performance, some reaching out to touch the organ or clapping in delight. In the background, a woman can be seen hanging laundry on a clothesline, while a man and another boy look on. The cottage, with its thatched roof and wooden exterior, exudes a sense of warmth and homeliness. The painting is executed in oil on canvas or oil on wood, and the use of rich colors and bold brushstrokes adds to the vibrancy and energy of the scene. This painting is an excellent example of the regionalism prevalent in Dutch art during the 17th century, with a focus on the everyday lives and occupations of the people. The Organ-Grinder Outside a Cottage is a cherished work of art from the Dutch Golden Age, now housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst (National Gallery of Denmark) in Copenhagen, Denmark.
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