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The Wine of St. Martins Day, 1566-67 (oil on canvas)
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The Wine of St. Martins Day, 1566-67 (oil on canvas)
3468133 The Wine of St. Martins Day, 1566-67 (oil on canvas) by Brueghel, Pieter The Elder (c.1525-69); 148x270.5 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 18261211
© Prado, Madrid, Spain / Bridgeman Images
16th Activity Bacchanale Carnival Celebrations Fasting Feast Flemish Goose Grape Harvest Martin Netherlandish Northern Peasants Reformation Revelling Riotous Rustic Square Villagers Kermis
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The Wine of St. Martin's Day, 1566-67
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by Pieter Brueghel the Elder captures a lively and riotous scene of celebration in 16th century Flanders. This oil on canvas painting, measuring 148x270.5 cm, depicts the annual wine festival held on St. Martin's Day, a Christian feast day celebrated on November 11th. In this bustling village square, villagers from all walks of life come together to revel in the abundance of the harvest season. The crowd is filled with figures engaged in various activities - some are drinking and feasting while others engage in traditional games and dances. Brueghel masterfully portrays the festive atmosphere through his attention to detail and vibrant colors. The viewer can almost taste the rich flavors of wine as it flows freely during this bacchanalian celebration. Amidst all the merriment, religious figures can be seen participating in the festivities as well, emphasizing how deeply ingrained these traditions were within Christian communities during that time period. This painting not only provides us with a glimpse into Flemish culture but also serves as a reminder of how important communal celebrations were for fostering unity and joy among peasants who worked tirelessly throughout the year. "The Wine of St. Martin's Day" is an exquisite example of Brueghel's ability to capture both everyday life and religious themes within his artwork, making it a valuable piece housed at Prado Museum in Madrid today.
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