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A friar offers to a couple hot chocolate with venetian biscuits - Painting by Pietro
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A friar offers to a couple hot chocolate with venetian biscuits - Painting by Pietro
LRI4634090 A friar offers to a couple hot chocolate with venetian biscuits - Painting by Pietro Longhi (1702-1785) 1774 Dim 61x50 cm Venice, Ca Rezzonico, inv 2251 by Longhi, Pietro (c.1701-85); Ca Rezzonico, Museo del Settecento, Venice, Italy; (add.info.: A friar offers to a couple hot chocolate with venetian biscuits - Painting by Pietro Longhi (1702-1785) 1774 Dim 61x50 cm Venice, Ca Rezzonico, inv 2251); Luisa Ricciarini; Italian, out of copyright
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In this painting by Pietro Longhi, we are transported to 18th century Venice, where a friar graciously offers a couple hot chocolate accompanied by delectable Venetian biscuits. The scene is set in a cozy pastry shop, bustling with activity and filled with the aroma of freshly baked treats. The artist's attention to detail is evident as he captures the intricate costumes worn by the aristocratic couple. Their elegant attire reflects their social status and adds a touch of glamour to the composition. The woman holds a fan delicately in her hand, while her companion gazes at her adoringly. Longhi skillfully portrays not only the physical appearance but also the emotions of his subjects. We can almost taste the rich cocoa drink and feel its warmth spreading through our bodies as we imagine ourselves sitting alongside this fortunate pair. This painting serves as a reminder of how food and drink have always played an important role in society, bringing people together across different classes and backgrounds. It also highlights the influence of religious orders during this time period, as seen through the presence of the friar offering hospitality to those around him. Overall, Longhi's masterpiece invites us into a world filled with indulgence, beauty, and human connection – reminding us that even centuries later, these simple pleasures continue to captivate our hearts and minds.
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