The Tax Collectors, 1550 (panel)

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The Tax Collectors, 1550 (panel)

BAL87507 The Tax Collectors, 1550 (panel) by Roejmerswaelen, Marinus van (c.1493-1567); State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; (add.info.: similar to " Two Tax Gatherers", National Gallery, London; ); Netherlandish, out of copyright

Media ID 12941858

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Accounting Avarice Candlestick Coins Fiscal Pince Nez Quill Pen Revenue Sneer

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases "The Tax Collectors, 1550" by Marinus van Roejmerswaelen, a renowned Netherlandish artist of the 16th century. Housed in the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, this panel painting depicts a scene of money, accounting, and greed. The composition is filled with intricate details that immerse viewers into the world of fiscal matters during that era. A bag overflowing with coins lies prominently on the table as two tax collectors diligently record transactions in their books using quill pens. Their expressions reveal a mix of concentration and sneering satisfaction—a subtle satire on covetousness prevalent at the time. One collector dons pince-nez glasses while holding a candlestick to illuminate his work—an indication of meticulousness and dedication to his task. The other collector's face reflects an air of superiority as he writes down figures with precision. "The Tax Collectors" serves not only as an artistic masterpiece but also as social commentary on revenue collection practices and human nature itself. Van Roejmerswaelen skillfully captures both the mundane aspects of financial administration and the underlying themes of avarice within society. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Fine Art Finder, we are transported back to an era where wealth was counted meticulously by hand—a reminder that even centuries later, our relationship with money remains complex and ever-evolving.

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