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Fair on St Sebastians Day, c. 1598 (oil on panel)
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Fair on St Sebastians Day, c. 1598 (oil on panel)
5672001 Fair on St Sebastians Day, c.1598 (oil on panel) by Savery, Jacob I (c.1545-1602); 41.2x61.9 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Jacob Savery the Elder (and/or studio)
Peasant fairs were very popular with Flemish painters and Savery was one of the painters who introduced the subject to Holland when he moved there.); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23584576
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Banner Barrel Barrow Beer Courting Drunkenness Feast Festival Festivity Flanders Hobby Horse Jester Merrymaking Panel Peasants Stalls Steeple Traders Wagon Festivities Northern Renaissance
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This vibrant and lively painting captures the essence of a Fair on St Sebastians Day in the late 16th century. Created by Jacob Savery the Elder, this oil on panel artwork showcases his mastery in depicting scenes of merrymaking and celebration. The bustling fair is set against a picturesque Dutch landscape, with a charming village church steeple towering above. The scene is filled with an array of activities that epitomize the joyous atmosphere of the event. Peasants dance, traders sell their wares from colorful wagons, and people engage in playful fights while riding hobby horses. Amidst all the revelry, religious elements are also present as banners fluttering in the wind bear Christian symbols. This fusion of secular festivities and religious symbolism reflects both cultural traditions and spiritual beliefs during that time. Savery's attention to detail is evident throughout the painting - from every brushstroke capturing expressions of delight or concentration to each carefully rendered stall selling beer or wine barrels. The artist's skillful use of light adds depth to this baroque composition, immersing viewers into this festive world. Fair on St Sebastians Day serves as a testament to Savery's contribution in introducing peasant fairs as subjects for Dutch painters when he moved there. It stands as an exquisite example of Northern Renaissance art, showcasing not only artistic talent but also providing insight into historical customs and social gatherings during this period.
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