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A Stable, c.1665-1668. Creator: Philips Wouwerman
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A Stable, c.1665-1668. Creator: Philips Wouwerman
A Stable, c.1665-1668
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Barn Chicken Door Doors Doorway Dutch Golden Age Philips Wouwerman Rafter Stable Stable Boy Wouwerman Philips
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A Stable" is a captivating oil on panel painting by the renowned Dutch artist Philips Wouwerman, created during the Baroque era around 1665-1668. This masterpiece transports us to the heart of rural life during the Dutch Golden Age, offering a glimpse into the daily routine of stable work. The painting showcases a bustling stable filled with a variety of animals, including horses and chickens, all coexisting harmoniously. The horses, with their powerful forms and expressive eyes, are expertly rendered, their muscles taut from labor. Chickens peck at the ground, while a rooster stands alert atop a bale of hay. The stable's interior is filled with the warm glow of natural light filtering through the doorway, casting long, dramatic shadows on the rafters. People, both men and women, are hard at work in the stable. A stable boy, dressed in traditional attire, tends to the horses, while a woman in a colorful apron sorts through piles of hay. The men, dressed in simple work clothes, muck out the stalls and repair the stable doors. The background is populated with more figures, adding to the sense of activity and industry. The painting's rich colors and intricate details bring the scene to life, capturing the essence of rural life during the seventeenth century in the Netherlands. The stable, with its warm, inviting atmosphere, serves as a reminder of the close relationship between people and their animals during this period. This painting, now a cherished part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, is a testament to the enduring appeal of Wouwerman's work and the heritage of the Dutch Golden Age.
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