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Boy with a Dead Hare (oil on wood)
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Boy with a Dead Hare (oil on wood)
3959962 Boy with a Dead Hare (oil on wood) by Hals, Frans (1582/3-1666); 65 x 50 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; Dutch, out of copyright
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Buttons Collar Cuffs Doublet Dutch Golden Age Golden Age Hare Rabbit Slashing
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In this oil painting by Frans Hals, titled "Boy with a Dead Hare" we are transported to the Dutch Golden Age. The young boy in the image stands proudly, holding up a lifeless hare that he has just hunted. His piercing gaze and confident stance reveal his sense of accomplishment and connection with nature. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, from the intricate buttons on the boy's doublet to the delicate collar and cuffs adorning his attire. The baroque style of clothing further emphasizes the opulence and grandeur associated with this prosperous era. Hals skillfully captures not only the physical features but also the spirit of youth in this portrait. The boy's rosy cheeks and mischievous smile hint at his playful nature, while simultaneously showcasing his maturity through hunting skills beyond his years. This artwork serves as a testament to both Hals' technical prowess as a painter and his ability to capture human emotion within each stroke. As we admire this masterpiece housed at Kunstmuseum Basel in Switzerland, we are reminded of how art can transport us across time periods and evoke emotions that transcend language barriers.
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