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The engagement. Creator: Leyden, Lucas, van (1489/94-1533)
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The engagement. Creator: Leyden, Lucas, van (1489/94-1533)
The engagement. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp
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Affianced Antwerp Betrothal Betrothed Bride Early Netherlandish Art Engaged To Be Married Leyden Lucas Matrimony Royal Museum Of Fine Arts The Netherlands Van 1489 94 1533 Wedding Wedding Ring Wedlock
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This exquisite painting, titled "The Engagement," is a masterpiece by the renowned Early Netherlandish artist Lucas van Leyden, born in Antwerp around 1489 or 1494 and passed away in 1533. The artwork is currently housed in the esteemed Royal Museum of Fine Arts in Antwerp, The Netherlands. The painting captures a tender and intimate moment in the lives of a young couple as they prepare for the next chapter of their lives: matrimony. The couple, deeply engrossed in each other, exchange knowing glances as they exchange their wedding rings. The intricately detailed oil on wood painting showcases the couple's engagement, a significant milestone in the journey towards wedlock. The genre scene is filled with symbolism, from the couple's attire, which signifies their social standing, to the objects in the room, such as the mirror reflecting their union and the open book, symbolizing the couple's commitment to each other and to their future. Lucas van Leyden's exceptional skill in capturing the human form and emotion is evident in the couple's expressive faces and body language. The painting's fine details and rich colors bring the scene to life, transporting the viewer back in time to witness this special moment in the couple's lives. "The Engagement" is a testament to the power of love and the importance of commitment, making it a beloved and cherished piece in the annals of Early Netherlandish art and the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts in Antwerp.
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