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Portrait of a Family Playing Music, 1663. Creator: Pieter de Hooch (Dutch, 1629-1684)
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Portrait of a Family Playing Music, 1663. Creator: Pieter de Hooch (Dutch, 1629-1684)
Portrait of a Family Playing Music, 1663. The identity of the sitters remains unknown, although the marble floor and mantelpiece, the Transylvanian prayer rug on the table, and the silk clothes all point to the familys considerable wealth. Furthermore, the richly carved chest at the right supports Chinese vases and Japanese lacquered boxes, a reference to the flourishing Dutch trade with Asia. Music making often took place at home, and its appearance here also signifies the harmoniousness of the family
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This 17th-century painting by Pieter de Hooch, titled "Portrait of a Family Playing Music" offers a glimpse into the lives of an affluent Dutch family. The identities of the sitters remain unknown, but their opulent surroundings speak volumes about their considerable wealth and status. The scene is set in a lavishly decorated room with a marble floor and an ornate mantelpiece. A Transylvanian prayer rug adorns the table, adding to the air of luxury. The family members are dressed in sumptuous silk clothes, further emphasizing their affluence. Intriguingly, the painting also showcases the influence of Dutch trade with Asia during this period. A richly carved chest on the right side displays Chinese vases and Japanese lacquered boxes, symbolizing the flourishing exchange between Europe and Asia at that time. Music making was not only a popular pastime but also represented harmony within families during this era. In this artwork, it serves as both entertainment and a testament to familial unity. Pieter de Hooch's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke on this oil-on-canvas masterpiece. This print from Heritage Art allows us to appreciate his skillful rendering even centuries later. Displayed at The Cleveland Museum of Art (not affiliated with any commercial entity), this painting stands as an enduring example of Dutch heritage art from one of its most renowned practitioners: Pieter de Hooch.
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