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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Village Kermesse with Peasants Feasting Under a Pergola is a 1652 ink by Adriaen van Ostade, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
You're looking at a lively village scene. In the foreground, a group of peasants are gathered under a pergola, enjoying a feast. They're dressed in simple clothing, and some are holding cups or plates. The atmosphere is joyful, with people laughing and chatting. In the background, there are trees and buildings, which add to the sense of a bustling village. The overall mood is one of celebration and community. This painting is a great example of the Baroque movement, which often featured everyday scenes and emotions. To learn more about this style, check out the work of Rembrandt, a Dutch master of the Baroque period.
Adriaen van Ostade (baptized as Adriaen Jansz Hendricx 10 December 1610 – buried 2 May 1685) was a Dutch Golden Age painter of genre works, showing the everyday life of ordinary men and women.
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