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Wedding dance in open air, by Pieter Brueghel the Younger, oil, 1607

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Overview

Wedding dance in open air is a 1607 oil by Pieter Brueghel the Younger, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium.

Who painted this?
Pieter Brueghel the Younger
When & what style?
1607 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium

About this work

This painting shows a lively outdoor wedding dance. People of all ages are dancing, laughing, and chatting in a forest clearing. The men wear bright red and yellow clothing, while the women wear white headscarves and long dresses. In the background, a few trees and a building are visible. The scene is full of energy and joy, with people enjoying each other's company. The artist has captured the movement and emotion of the dancers, making the scene feel dynamic and engaging. If you like this painting, you might also enjoy the work of Pieter Brueghel the Younger.

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Artist

Pieter Brueghel the Younger

Pieter Brueghel the Younger ( BROY-gəl, also US: BROO-gəl; Dutch: ; between 23 May and 10 October 1564 – between March and May 1638) was a Flemish painter known for numerous copies after his father Pieter Bruegel the…

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