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Travellers Attacked by Bandits (oil on panel)
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Travellers Attacked by Bandits (oil on panel)
XAV212568 Travellers Attacked by Bandits (oil on panel) by Snayers, Peeter (1592-1667); 34.1x51.4 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Valenciennes, France; (add.info.: Travellers attacked by robbers; )
Media ID 25461070
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This oil painting by Peeter Snayers, titled "Travellers Attacked by Bandits" transports us to a perilous moment in history. With its intricate details and masterful brushstrokes, the artwork depicts a scene of chaos and danger on an old country road. In this 34.1x51.4 cm panel, we witness a group of unsuspecting travellers falling victim to ruthless bandits. The composition is filled with tension as the attackers brandish their swords, robbing the helpless victims who are traveling in a horse-drawn carriage. The intensity of the situation is palpable as one can almost hear the screams and clash of weapons. Snayers skillfully captures the desperation and fear on both sides - the bandits driven by greed and violence, while the travellers face imminent harm or even death at their hands. This painting serves as a reminder that throughout history, highwaymen lurked along roadsides waiting for vulnerable prey. Displayed at Musee des Beaux-Arts in Valenciennes, France, this artwork stands as a testament to Snayers' ability to bring historical events to life through his artistry. It serves as both an artistic masterpiece and an important historical document showcasing how travel was not always safe during certain periods. "Travellers Attacked by Bandits" invites viewers into a world where danger looms around every corner—a powerful image that reminds us of humanity's capacity for both good and evil.
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