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View of an Oriental port, 1688 (oil on canvas)
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View of an Oriental port, 1688 (oil on canvas)
XIR417018 View of an Oriental port, 1688 (oil on canvas) by Minderhout, Hendrik van (1632-96); 120x248 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Dunkirk, France; (add.info.: Vue d un port d Orient; ); Dutch, out of copyright
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This oil on canvas print, titled "View of an Oriental port, 1688" by Hendrik van Minderhout takes us back in time to a bustling harbor in the East. The painting measures an impressive 120x248 cm and is housed at the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Dunkirk, France. In this scene, we are transported to a vibrant port filled with activity. Ships of various sizes and designs are moored along the shore while camels and donkeys can be seen carrying travelers' luggage and belongings. Families embark on their journeys as they load their goods onto these trusty animals. The architecture surrounding the harbor is strikingly beautiful, with grand columns rising against the backdrop of a serene sea. The attention to detail in capturing both male and female figures adds depth to this lively depiction of daily life in an Oriental port during the late 17th century. As we gaze upon this artwork, we can't help but imagine ourselves being part of this bustling scene - witnessing traders haggling over exotic goods or sailors preparing for their next voyage across distant seas. This remarkable piece serves as a reminder that art has the power to transport us through time and space, allowing us to experience different cultures and eras from the comfort of our own surroundings.
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