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A Dutch Courtyard by Pieter de Hooch
A Dutch Courtyard by Pieter de Hooch (1629-c.1683) - painting on canvas. Date: circa 1656
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Beer Cavalier Clay Courtyard Holland Netherlands Pieter Pipe Shutter Hooch
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Dutch Courtyard
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is a captivating 17th-century painting by the renowned Dutch artist Pieter de Hooch. Created around 1656, this masterpiece is a testament to the artist's exceptional skill in capturing the essence of everyday life in the Netherlands during this period. The painting depicts a serene and intimate scene in a courtyard, bathed in the soft, dappled light filtering through the open shutters. The courtyard is surrounded by a low wall, beyond which lies a lush, green garden. The central focus of the painting is a group of figures engaged in various activities. In the foreground, a cavalier in a red coat leans against the wall, smoking a long clay pipe. He is deep in thought, his eyes fixed on the horizon, seemingly oblivious to the world around him. To his left, a woman in a blue apron pours beer from a jug into a mug for a man in a brown cloak. The man, with a pipe clenched between his teeth, looks up at her with a grateful expression. In the background, a child plays with a ball, while a dog lies at the feet of a woman in a red dress, who is busy with household chores. The painting's attention to detail is remarkable, from the intricately patterned tiles on the floor to the textured fabrics of the clothing. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer into the scene. The figures are rendered with a sense of warmth and humanity, inviting the viewer to connect with their everyday lives. "A Dutch Courtyard" is a beautiful and evocative work of art that offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Netherlands during the 17th century. Pieter de Hooch's masterful use of light, color, and composition make this painting a true masterpiece of Dutch art.
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