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
story of the work:

"Tavern Scene," painted by Gabriël Metsu in 1667, depicts a lively interior of a tavern, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing everyday life and social interactions. The work is notable for its detailed representation of figures engaged in conversation and the use of light to enhance the atmosphere, characteristic of Dutch genre painting of the period.

Description of the work:

"Tavern Scene" by Gabriël Metsu, created in 1667, depicts a lively interior filled with patrons engaged in conversation and leisure, characterized by a warm color palette and intricate detailing. The composition is notable for its dynamic arrangement of figures and objects, highlighting the artist's skill in rendering textures and the play of light within the intimate setting.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Tavern Scene