A Couple in an Interior with a Fortune-Teller

Jacob Duck

Created:

Movement:

1633

Baroque

key Notes:

Genre scene, Dutch Golden Age

Dimensions:

Oval, 9 7/8 x 13 in. (25.1 x 33 cm)

medium:

Oil on wood

Difficulty:

Expert

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story of the work:

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A Couple in an Interior with a Fortune-Teller by Jacob Duck

Jacob Duck (1600–1667) was a Dutch Golden Age painter known for his genre scenes, often depicting soldiers and domestic interiors. His painting, A Couple in an Interior with a Fortune-Teller, created in 1633, exemplifies his skill in capturing intimate, everyday moments with a keen eye for detail and composition. The use of oil on wood allows for a rich texture and depth, characteristic of Duck's work during this period. This painting reflects the 17th-century Dutch interest in themes of fortune and fate, as well as the moral undertones often present in genre paintings of the time. Duck's work contributes to our understanding of social interactions and domestic life in the Dutch Republic, offering insight into the cultural and societal norms of the era. His ability to convey narrative through subtle gestures and expressions marks him as a significant figure in the realm of genre painting.

Description of the work:

"A Couple in an Interior with a Fortune-Teller" by Jacob Duck, created in 1633, is an oil on wood painting that exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age genre scene, characterized by its detailed depiction of everyday life and domestic interiors. The artwork captures a moment of interaction between a couple and a fortune-teller, reflecting the period's interest in themes of fate and fortune.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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