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The Rent Receivers Office, 1514 (oil on canvas transferred from wood)
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The Rent Receivers Office, 1514 (oil on canvas transferred from wood)
3588416 The Rent Receivers Office, 1514 (oil on canvas transferred from wood) by Massys or Metsys, Jan (1509-75); 70x106 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22446576
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Antwerp Coins Collection Debt Flanders Flemish Hardship Matsys Netherlandish Office Payment Rent
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This print showcases "The Rent Receivers Office, 1514" by Jan Massys or Metsys. The painting, originally created on canvas transferred from wood, measures 70x106 cm and is currently housed in the National Museum in Stockholm, Sweden. In this Renaissance masterpiece, Massys skillfully captures a poignant scene of poverty and hardship within the Dutch society of the time. The office setting depicts a group of individuals desperately seeking to settle their debts and make rent payments. With an atmosphere filled with tension and anxiety, one can almost feel the weight of their financial struggles. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable as he portrays each character with distinct expressions reflecting their individual circumstances. Coins are scattered across the table as families gather together to negotiate payment arrangements with the stern rent receiver. "The Rent Receivers Office" serves as a powerful reminder of the economic challenges faced by many during this period in Flanders, Belgium. It sheds light on the harsh realities endured by ordinary people striving to meet their obligations amidst limited resources. Through his masterful use of color and composition, Massys transports us back in time to witness this intimate moment that speaks volumes about social inequality and human resilience. This thought-provoking artwork continues to resonate today as it reminds us of our shared history and collective struggle for economic stability.
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