Jan Steen

art by Jan Steen

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1626 - 1679

Dutch

-Dutch Golden Age, Genre Painting

-Jan Havickszoon Steen was a Dutch painter known for his lively and humorous genre scenes depicting everyday life in the Dutch Republic during the 17th century. His works often feature chaotic and merry household scenes, portraying a mix of common folk engaged in various activities such as drinking, feasting, and merrymaking. Steen's paintings are characterized by their rich colors, intricate compositions, and keen observation of human behavior. He had a knack for capturing the humorous aspects of domestic life, often infusing his scenes with subtle moral messages or satirical commentary on social norms. Steen's contribution to Dutch genre painting earned him recognition as one of the leading artists of the Dutch Golden Age.

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