1600 · Oil Paint, Panel
This fascinating Flemish genre painting depicts the bizarre legend of the Baker of Eeklo, where townspeople sought to have their heads "re-baked" to improve their character.
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A substantial artwork with a strong pulse in a warmer tonal register — holds its place without needing much around it.
About the piece
Dating to the late 16th or early 17th century, this painting illustrates the Dutch folk legend of the Baker of Eeklo. According to the tale, those dissatisfied with their appearance or temperament would travel to Eeklo to have their heads detached, rubbed with green soap, and baked in a special oven; in the meantime, a cabbage was placed upon their necks to keep them alive. The scene captures the bustling bakery filled with detached heads and cabbage-headed patrons, offering a darkly humorous look at human vanity and folklore.
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1600 · Oil Paint, Panel
This fascinating Flemish genre painting depicts the bizarre legend of the Baker of Eeklo, where townspeople sought to have their heads "re-baked" to improve their character.
$129
For the selected configuration
From $129
6 frame sizes
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A substantial artwork with a strong pulse in a warmer tonal register — holds its place without needing much around it.
