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Card players with woman smoking a pipe, 1630-47 (oil on panel)
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Card players with woman smoking a pipe, 1630-47 (oil on panel)
3704069 Card players with woman smoking a pipe, 1630-47 (oil on panel) by Quast, Pieter Jansz. (1605-47); 38.5x28 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22486876
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This oil painting, titled "Card players with woman smoking a pipe" transports us back to the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century. Created by Pieter Jansz. Quast, this masterpiece captures a moment of leisure and camaraderie among a group of men engrossed in a game of cards. The scene unfolds within an intimate interior setting, where we see four men seated around a table covered with playing cards. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation and concentration as they strategize their next moves. Amidst the intense gameplay stands a woman confidently smoking her pipe, defying societal norms of the time. Quast's attention to detail is remarkable; every brushstroke brings life to each character's expression and posture. The play of light and shadow adds depth to their faces, revealing their emotions and personalities. As we delve into this artwork, we are transported not only through time but also into an era that celebrated leisure activities as essential aspects of daily life. It offers us insight into the social dynamics during the Dutch Golden Age – where card games were not merely pastimes but opportunities for connection and friendly competition. Displayed at Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, this painting serves as a testament to Quast's talent as well as his ability to capture human interaction so vividly on canvas. It invites us to appreciate both the artistry behind it and its historical significance within Dutch culture.
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