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The Satyr and the Farmer; painting by Jacob Jordaens. Musee de Beaux Arts, Brussels
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The Satyr and the Farmer; painting by Jacob Jordaens. Musee de Beaux Arts, Brussels
The Satyr and the Farmer; painting by Jacob Jordaens. Musee de Beaux Arts, Brussels Painting Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:2002. Date of Artwork:1620-1678 ca.. Artist:Jordaens, Jacob
Alinari, Fratelli
FDC-F-000822-0000
Media ID 33183495
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Basket Birds Farmer Farming And Country Life For Children Gesture Minor Divinity Old Age Popular Portraitbaroque Rooster Satyr Straw Applied Arts And Crafts Greco Roman Headdress Civilian
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This print showcases the renowned painting "The Satyr and the Farmer" by Jacob Jordaens, housed in the Musee de Beaux Arts in Brussels. The artwork, created between 1620-1678 ca. , exemplifies both Baroque and Renaissance-Baroque styles that flourished during Europe's First and Second Millennium A. D. In this visually stunning composition, Jordaens skillfully captures a moment of interaction between a satyr - a minor divinity from Greco-Roman mythology - and a farmer. The scene is filled with intricate details that depict elements of farming and country life. A basket brimming with straw lies at their feet, symbolizing agricultural labor while emphasizing the applied arts and crafts prevalent during this period. The gestures exchanged between the two figures suggest communication beyond words; an instrument held by the farmer further emphasizes their connection through music. Surrounding them are various animals such as roosters, birds, and even a loyal dog – terrestrial mammals that add depth to the narrative. Notably, Jordaens portrays his subjects with great attention to detail. The elderly female farmer wears popular clothing of her time – including a hat or headdress commonly worn by civilians or military personnel – reflecting fashion trends from this era. "The Satyr and the Farmer" is not only an artistic masterpiece but also offers insight into physiological and psychological aspects of individuals living in Renaissance-Baroque Europe. This timeless piece continues to captivate viewers today as it bridges ancient mythological themes with contemporary human experiences. Alinari Fratelli's photograph beautifully captures every nuance of Jordaen's work, allowing us to appreciate its magnificence even if we cannot witness it firsthand at Musee de Beaux Arts in Brussels.
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