Tavern Scene

Gabriël Metsu

Created:
Movement:
1667
Baroque
key Notes:
Genre painting, Dutch Golden Age
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Dimensions:
14 3/8 x 12 5/8 in. (36.5 x 32.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
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Tavern Scene by Gabriel Metsu

Gabriel Metsu (1629–1667) was a Dutch painter known for his genre scenes, which often depicted everyday life with a high degree of detail and realism. "Tavern Scene," created in 1667, exemplifies Metsu's skill in capturing the social interactions and atmosphere of 17th-century Dutch society. The use of oil on wood allows for a rich texture and depth, enhancing the intimate setting of the tavern. Metsu's work is significant for its contribution to the Dutch Golden Age of painting, a period marked by a flourishing of art, trade, and culture in the Netherlands. His ability to convey narrative through meticulous composition and expressive figures has earned him a lasting place in art history. Metsu's paintings are often compared to those of his contemporaries, such as Jan Steen and Gerard ter Borch, highlighting his role in the development of genre painting during this era.

Description of the work:

Tavern Scene by Gabriel Metsu (1667)

The painting "Tavern Scene" by Gabriel Metsu, created in 1667, is an oil on wood artwork that exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age's attention to detail and genre scenes. It depicts a lively interior of a tavern, capturing the social interactions and daily life of the period with a focus on realism and intricate composition.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Tavern Scene