Woman scouring metalware boiler scourer utility room

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Woman scouring metalware boiler scourer utility room

Woman scouring metalware, The boiler scourer. In a utility room a young girl scrapes a tin can on a barrel. Next to her on a chair are a lantern, plates and spoons. In the background left a water pump, broom and colander. Jan Havicksz. Steen, 1650 - 1660, panel, oil paint (paint), h 24.5 cm × w 20 cm d 7 cm

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Media ID 19556860

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1650 1660 Barrel Broom Chair Colander Jan Havicksz Lantern Next Plates Steen Water Pump Oil Paint Spoons

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In this print titled "Woman scouring metalware, The boiler scourer" we are transported back in time to a utility room bustling with activity. At the center of the frame stands a young girl diligently scraping a tin can on top of a wooden barrel. Her focused expression and determined posture reveal her commitment to completing the task at hand. The room is filled with various objects that tell stories of domestic life in the 17th century. On a nearby chair, we see an old lantern, plates, and spoons neatly arranged as if awaiting their turn for cleaning. In the background to the left, a water pump stands tall next to a broom and colander, further emphasizing the utilitarian nature of this space. This artwork by Jan Havicksz. Steen captures not only everyday chores but also provides us with glimpses into historical living conditions. The artist's attention to detail is evident in his meticulous brushstrokes and use of oil paint on panel. As we gaze upon this scene frozen in time, it serves as a reminder of how mundane tasks have shaped our history and continue to shape our present lives. This print from Liszt Collection offers us an opportunity to reflect on our own relationship with household chores while appreciating artistry that transcends time periods and cultures.

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