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Two singing Men, by Cornelis Pietersz Bega, unspecified, 1662

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Overview

Two singing Men is a 1662 unspecified by Cornelis Pietersz Bega, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?
Cornelis Pietersz Bega
When & what style?
1662 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

This painting shows two men sitting on the ground, facing each other. One man is holding a piece of paper and singing, while the other man is looking at him and singing along. They are both wearing old-fashioned clothing and have dark hair. There is a guitar leaning against the wall behind them. The painting is done in dark colors, with the men and their clothes depicted in shades of brown and black. The background is also dark, which makes the men stand out. The overall effect is one of intimacy and quiet contemplation. If you like this painting, you might want to check out more works by the artist, Cornelis Pietersz Bega.

About the artist

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Artist

Cornelis Pietersz Bega

Cornelis Pietersz Bega, or Cornelis Pietersz Begijn (1631/32 – 27 August 1664) was a Dutch Golden Age painter and engraver.

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