Jan Miense Molenaer Collection

Festive Scene, ca. 1650. Creator: Jan Miense Molenaer
Festive Scene, ca. 1650

Self-Portrait as a Lute Player, c. 1637 / 1638. Creator: Jan Miense Molenaer
Self-Portrait as a Lute Player, c. 1637/1638

Two Boys and a Girl making Music, 1629. Artist: Jan Miense Molenaer
Two Boys and a Girl making Music, 1629

Playing Cards Farmers 1640-1650 oil oak 36. 2 x 32. 7 cm
Playing Cards Farmers, 1640-1650, oil on oak, 36.2 x 32.7 cm, signed on the left side of the horizontal strut of the table: JMolenaer [JM ligated], Jan Miense Molenaer, Haarlem um 1610-1668 Haarlem

Tavern scene oil oak wood 61. 5 x 92. 5 cm Signed
Tavern scene, oil on oak wood, 61.5 x 92.5 cm, Signed on the table frame below the plate: J Molenaer [JM ligated]. Jan Miense Molenaer, Haarlem um 1610-1668 Haarlem

Attributed Jan Miense Molenaer Scene Village School
Attributed to Jan Miense Molenaer, Scene from a Village School, School scene, painting, oil on panel, Height, 55 cm (21.6 inches), Width, 74 cm (29.1 inches)

Jan Miense Molenaer Two boys playing cat painting
Jan Miense Molenaer, Two boys playing with a cat, painting, 1650s, oil on panel, Height, 48 cm (18.8 inches), Width, 37 cm (14.5 inches), Signed, APynacker, A and P in monogram

Saying grace prayer meal peasant family praying seated
Saying grace, The prayer before the meal. A peasant family praying seated around a table. Zaandam, Siberia, Alexander II (Tsar of Russia), Jan Miense Molenaer, 1640 - 1668, panel, oil paint (paint)

Woman Virginal Woman playing virginal virginal player
Woman at the Virginal Woman playing the virginal, The virginal player. Interior with a young woman playing on a virginal. The lid of the instrument is painted with a representation of a couple in a

Cheating cards false card game Interior inn company seated
Cheating at cards, The false card game. Interior of an inn with a company seated around a table. A young woman laughingly shows her cards, her opponent, an old man

Cheating at cards, Jan Miense Molenaer, 1640 - 1668

The virginals player, Willem Steelink (II), Jan Miense Molenaer, 1866 - 1928

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Jan Miense Molenaer was a Dutch painter known for his lively and festive scenes depicting everyday life in the 17th century. In his painting "Festive Scene, ca. 1650, " he captures the joyous atmosphere of a celebration, with people dancing, laughing, and enjoying music together. In "Self-Portrait as a Lute Player, c. 1637 / 1638, " Molenaer portrays himself as a musician, showcasing his talent and passion for music. The warm colors and intricate details highlight his skill both as an artist and a lute player. Molenaer's painting "Two Boys and a Girl making Music, 1629" depicts children engrossed in playing musical instruments. Their innocence is captured beautifully as they create harmonious melodies together. The painting "Playing Cards Farmers" shows peasants engaged in a card game, reflecting the leisure activities of the common folk during that time period. Molenaer's attention to detail brings this scene to life. Another tavern scene by Molenaer showcases people drinking and enjoying music in an intimate setting. The vibrant colors add to the liveliness of the scene while capturing the essence of social gatherings during that era. Molenaer's works often depicted village life like in "Scene Village School. " This particular painting reflects education within rural communities during that time period. In another artwork titled "Two boys playing cat, " Molenaer captures childhood playfulness through two boys engaging with their pet cat. The innocence portrayed here is reminiscent of simpler times. Religion played an important role in society back then; hence we see paintings like "Saying grace prayer meal peasant family praying seated. " It represents a peasant family coming together to give thanks before their meal. Molenaer also explored women's roles through paintings such as "Woman Virginal Woman playing virginal virginal player. " Here we see a woman immersed in her music, showcasing the talent and passion of female musicians.