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A Village Scene: Winter, 16th century (brush and blue watercolour)
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A Village Scene: Winter, 16th century (brush and blue watercolour)
1217297 A Village Scene: Winter, 16th century (brush and blue watercolour) by Savery, Jacob I (c.1545-1602); 19.9x31.1 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22816980
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
Cottages Peasants Rustic Villagers Westernart Wintry Daily Life Scene
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This 16th-century print by Jacob I Savery, titled "A Village Scene: Winter" transports viewers to a picturesque countryside setting. The artwork, created using brush and blue watercolour techniques, measures 19.9x31.1 cm and is currently housed in the Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford. The scene depicts a wintry day in a quaint village, offering an intimate glimpse into rural daily life during the Baroque period. Peasants go about their activities amidst rustic cottages that dot the landscape. The artist's attention to detail brings this idyllic winter scene to life – from smoke billowing out of chimneys to villagers bundled up against the cold. Savery's skillful use of brushwork and delicate watercolor hues evokes a sense of tranquility and harmony within this winter tableau. As we gaze upon this enchanting image, we can almost feel the crispness in the air and hear echoes of laughter from children playing in snow-covered streets. This print captures not only the beauty of nature but also provides us with an insight into Western art history. It serves as a reminder that even centuries ago, artists found inspiration in everyday scenes like these – scenes that continue to resonate with viewers today.
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