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A young Peasant seated in an Interior, by David Teniers the Younger, oil, 1660

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Overview

A young Peasant seated in an Interior is a 1660 oil by David Teniers the Younger, a Flemish Baroque painting work, held at Ashmolean Museum.

Who painted this?
David Teniers the Younger
When & what style?
1660 · Flemish Baroque painting
Where can I see it?
Ashmolean Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a young peasant seated on the floor in an interior setting. He is dressed in a red jacket, blue pants, and a blue hat, with his legs crossed and his hands clasped together. A brown jug sits to his left, while a wooden table with a bowl on it is positioned to his right. The scene is set against a warm, earthy backdrop, with the peasant's attire and the surrounding objects contributing to a sense of rustic simplicity. The overall atmosphere is one of quiet contemplation, with the peasant's introspective expression drawing the viewer's attention. If you're interested in exploring more works by this artist, you can look up David Teniers the Younger.

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David Teniers the Younger

David Teniers the Younger or David Teniers II was a Flemish Baroque painter, printmaker, and artist.

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