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View of a Levantine Port, 1640-77 (oil on canvas)
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View of a Levantine Port, 1640-77 (oil on canvas)
3704080 View of a Levantine Port, 1640-77 (oil on canvas) by Wyck, Thomas (1616-77); 74x61 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Levantine port. Oriental merchants under an arch on the quay of a port where coffins, suitcases, barrels and other goods are prepared for transport.
); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22235676
© Bridgeman Images
Archway Barrels Chest Coffins Dutch Golden Age East Golden Age Goods Levant Masts Mediterranean Merchants Orient Oriental Rocks Rocky Syria Syrian Trading Wijck Wyck
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This oil painting, titled "View of a Levantine Port" transports viewers back in time to the bustling quayside of a Levantine port during the Dutch Golden Age. Painted by Thomas Wyck between 1640 and 1677, this masterpiece measures 74x61 cm and is housed at the prestigious Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The scene depicted showcases a vibrant hub of trade and commerce, with Oriental merchants gathered under an arch on the quay. The port is abuzz with activity as coffins, suitcases, barrels, and various goods are prepared for transport. Ships with towering masts dot the Mediterranean Sea in the background while rocky cliffs add drama to the composition. Wyck's attention to detail brings life to every element within this baroque painting. From the intricate architecture of the archway to meticulously rendered textures of barrels and chests, each brushstroke captures both realism and artistic flair. This artwork offers valuable insights into Levantine trade during this period when Dutch merchants played a significant role in international commerce. It serves as a testament to their influence on global markets as they engaged in lucrative exchanges with Eastern traders. "View of a Levantine Port" stands as an enduring symbol of cultural exchange between East and West during one of history's most prosperous eras. Its rich colors, meticulous details, and historical significance make it an exceptional addition to any art collection or exhibition.
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