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The quack, 1650-60 (oil on panel)
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The quack, 1650-60 (oil on panel)
3709939 The quack, 1650-60 (oil on panel) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 37.5x52 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: The quack shows the villagers the molar (or stone) he has pulled by a man tied to a chair. At the mans feet is a basket of eggs. On the table are all kinds of bottles and jars and a document with a seal. To the right in the foreground a woman pushes her drunk husband into a wheelbarrow. To the far right, a violin hangs on a pole on which a monkey sits with a pipe.
); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23641194
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The Quack - A Satirical Glimpse into 17th Century Dutch Village Life
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. This print of Jan Havicksz. Steen's "The Quack" offers a fascinating glimpse into the vibrant and humorous world of 17th century Dutch village life. The painting, set against a backdrop of Holland's picturesque countryside, showcases the comical scene of a self-proclaimed doctor demonstrating his questionable medical skills to an eager group of villagers. In the center, we see the quack proudly displaying a molar he has supposedly pulled from a man tied to a chair. Surrounding him are various bottles and jars filled with mysterious potions, highlighting his charlatan nature. At his feet lies a basket brimming with eggs, perhaps symbolizing false promises or fertility remedies. Adding to the whimsy is a woman pushing her inebriated husband in a wheelbarrow on the right side of the painting, emphasizing societal stereotypes and poking fun at drunkenness. To further enliven this lively scene, there is even an amusing touch -a violin hanging on a pole where an observant monkey sits with pipe in hand. Through its clever parody and exaggerated characters, "The Quack" captures both the charm and absurdity of village life during Holland's Golden Age. It serves as both entertainment for viewers and commentary on society's gullibility towards unqualified individuals posing as doctors. This delightful artwork now preserved at Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam continues to captivate audiences
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