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The quack, 1650-1679. Creator: Jan Steen
The quack, 1650-1679. Attributed to Jan Havicksz. Steen
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Agricultural Labourer Agricultural Workers Barrel Barrels Elderly Man Game Hoop And Stick Jan Havicksz Steen Jan Havickszoon Steen Jan Steen Labourer Old Man Old Men Peasant Peasants Quack Quack Doctor Quack Medicine Remedy Roadside Sell Seller Selling Sick Sickness Sling Steen Jan Steen Jan Havicksz Street Seller Street Trader Street Vendor Thoroughfare Villager Wayside Agricultural Worker Dutch Golden Age Farm Hand Farm Labourer Farm Worker Farmhand Farmworker Golden Age Pastime
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The Quack," attributed to the renowned Dutch painter Jan Havicksz. Steen (1626-1679), captures the essence of the 17th century Dutch agricultural community in this vibrant oil on panel painting. The scene unfolds on the side of a country road, where an elderly man, dressed in the traditional garb of a quack doctor, sells his remedies to a diverse group of people. A quack was a popular figure during the Baroque era, offering unconventional medical treatments and cures, often using hoop and stick methods. In the foreground, a woman, possibly a farm laborer, holds a barrel, while a boy looks on curiously. Behind her, a group of men, including a farmer and his farmhand, engage in a lively discussion with the quack. Two boys play a game nearby, adding a touch of leisure to the otherwise busy scene. An elderly man, seated on a barrel, watches the proceedings with a knowing smile. The rich colors and lively brushstrokes of this painting transport us back to the Dutch Golden Age, a time of prosperity and cultural flourishing in the Netherlands. The exterior setting, with its rolling hills and farmland, highlights the importance of agriculture in the daily lives of the people. The Quack serves as a reminder of the past, showcasing the occupations, professions, and pastimes of the Dutch peasantry during the Baroque era. This painting is a testament to Jan Steen's mastery of the Baroque style, with its dynamic composition, intricate details, and lively energy. It is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, a must-visit destination for anyone interested in Dutch heritage art and European painting of the 17th century.
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