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Soldiers looting a peasant family, c. 1650 (oil on canvas)
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Soldiers looting a peasant family, c. 1650 (oil on canvas)
ALM403400 Soldiers looting a peasant family, c.1650 (oil on canvas) by Lingelbach, Johannes (1622-74); 41.9x55.6 cm; Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, Ohio, USA; eAllen Memorial Art Museum; Gift of Dr. Eva Sandis in memory of Edith and Franz Gibian; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22924708
© Allen Memorial Art Museum Gift of Dr. Eva Sandis in memory of Edith and Franz Gibian / Bridgeman Images
Aggressive Begging Chickens Criminals Dilapidated Helpless Impoverished Looters Peasants Pillaging Rundown Stealing Thieves Vagabonds Victims Vulnerable
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This oil painting by Johannes Lingelbach, titled "Soldiers looting a peasant family" transports us back to the year 1650. The scene depicts a grim moment in history, as soldiers aggressively pillage and plunder a helpless rural family. The dilapidated cottage stands as a symbol of poverty and vulnerability, while the peasants can only watch in despair as their meager belongings are stolen. Chickens scatter in fear, adding to the chaotic atmosphere of this crime-ridden landscape. The criminals themselves appear rough and unruly, resembling vagabonds rather than military men. Their horses stand nearby, ready for escape after committing their misdeeds. In this war-torn village, the victims have no choice but to beg for mercy from these heartless thieves. The painting captures not only the physical act of stealing livestock but also the emotional toll it takes on those who suffer at its hands. Lingelbach's masterful brushstrokes bring life to this haunting scene, reminding us of the harsh realities faced by impoverished communities during times of conflict. This artwork serves as a powerful reminder that even amidst chaos and destruction, there is still beauty to be found within artistic expression.
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