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The Sale of Nature, c1584-1637. Artist: Pieter Brueghel the Younger

The Sale of Nature, c1584-1637. Artist: Pieter Brueghel the Younger


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The Sale of Nature, c1584-1637. Artist: Pieter Brueghel the Younger

The Sale of Nature, c1584-1637. From a private collection

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Barter Basket Bruegel Brueghel Businessman Buying Decision Farmer Game Group Of People Hare Landowner Peasant Peasants Pieter Bruegel Ii Pieter Bruegel The Younger Pieter Brueghel Ii Pieter Brueghel The Younger Pieter The Younger Poultry Price Print Collector5 Sale Sell Seller Selling


The Sale of Nature

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by Pieter Brueghel the Younger captures a bustling scene in 17th century Flanders, where a group of people gather inside to engage in the age-old tradition of bartering and selling. The artist's meticulous attention to detail brings this vibrant tableau to life. In the center, a businessman stands at a wooden table adorned with various game animals, including an elegant hare and several birds. His shrewd eyes survey the crowd as he negotiates prices with potential buyers. A woman, possibly his wife or assistant, assists him in managing the transactions. The room is filled with individuals from different walks of life - landowners, farmers, peasants - all seeking to make their own economic decisions amidst poverty and hardship. They haggle over prices while others observe intently or discuss amongst themselves. Brueghel's masterful use of oil paints creates rich textures and colors that enhance the realism of every element within this composition. The viewer can almost feel the weight of each bird being exchanged hands or hear snippets of conversation floating through the air. This print offers us a glimpse into Flemish society during this era – its complex social dynamics and reliance on trade for survival. It serves as a reminder that even centuries ago, people were driven by their occupations and professions to sell what nature provided them.

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