A Scene on the Ice
1652
unspecified
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
1652
unspecified
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
A Scene on the Ice is a 1652 unspecified by Egbert van der Poel, a Dutch Golden Age work, depicting Ice Skating, held at National Gallery of Ireland.
This painting shows a lively scene on a frozen body of water, possibly a river or lake. People are gathered on the ice, some standing, others sitting on sleds or in boats. A large structure, possibly a windmill, stands on the left side of the image. The scene is depicted in muted colors, with the ice and sky dominating the palette. The figures on the ice are dressed in warm clothing, suggesting a cold winter day. The overall atmosphere is one of activity and joy, with people seemingly enjoying the frozen landscape. If you're interested in learning more about scenes of everyday life in art, you might want to explore the subject of ice skating.
Egbert van der Poel (1621–1664) was an artist, born in Delft.
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