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Kitchen Scene with Kitchen Maid Preparing Fish, Christ at Emmaus in the Background, fr... ca. 1603. Creator: Jacob Matham
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Kitchen Scene with Kitchen Maid Preparing Fish, Christ at Emmaus in the Background, fr... ca. 1603. Creator: Jacob Matham
Kitchen Scene with Kitchen Maid Preparing Fish, Christ at Emmaus in the Background, from Kitchen and Market Scenes with Biblical Scenes in the Background, ca. 1603
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Domestic Domestic Life Fish Household Jacob Matham Kitchen Kitchen Maid Maid Matham Jacob Preparation Preparations Preparing Seafood Netherlandish
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This print, titled "Kitchen Scene with Kitchen Maid Preparing Fish, Christ at Emmaus in the Background" transports viewers back to 17th century domestic life. Created by Jacob Matham, a renowned Netherlandish artist of the time, this engraving beautifully captures both the mundane and spiritual aspects of daily existence. In this scene, we see a bustling kitchen filled with figures engaged in various activities. A diligent kitchen maid diligently prepares fish while a man stands nearby, perhaps overseeing her work. The meticulous attention to detail allows us to immerse ourselves in their world - from the utensils hanging on the walls to the ingredients scattered across the table. However, what truly sets this artwork apart is its inclusion of biblical imagery. In the background looms an ethereal depiction of Christ at Emmaus, subtly reminding us that even amidst our everyday tasks and responsibilities, spirituality remains ever-present. As we gaze upon this historic piece displayed within The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, we are reminded not only of Matham's artistic prowess but also of how art has long served as a window into different cultures and eras. This print serves as a testament to our shared human experience - one that encompasses both secular duties and religious devotion. With each glance at this remarkable artwork by Jacob Matham, we are transported back centuries ago into a bustling kitchen where faith intertwines seamlessly with daily life.
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