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The Calling of Matthew
Otto van Veen
A dramatic 17th-century biblical scene depicting the moment Matthew is called to follow Jesus.
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Bringer of Bad News
Pieter de Hooch
A masterfully lit Dutch Golden Age genre scene by Pieter de Hooch, capturing a poignant domestic drama in a classic tiled interior.
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Saint Jerome
Pieter van der Werff
A dramatic 18th-century depiction of Saint Jerome in contemplation, rendered with masterful chiaroscuro.
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Glass Blowers of Murano
Charles Frederic Ulrich
A dramatic scene of Italian craftsmen at work, rendered with striking chiaroscuro and atmospheric detail.
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The Painter’s Studio
Adriaen van Ostade
A captivating glimpse into a 17th-century artist’s workshop, masterfully illuminated by a single glowing window.
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A Young Draughtsman at Work in His Studio
Jan Ekels the Younger
An evocative 18th-century scene of a young artist absorbed in his craft within a shadow-filled studio.
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Judge in Red Robe
Adolphe Steinheil
A commandingly bold 19th-century portrait featuring a judicial figure in a rich red robe.
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The Old Lacemaker
Nicolaes Maes
A masterful Dutch Golden Age interior scene featuring a lacemaker bathed in a warm, dramatic glow.
Contains disturbing content
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Still Life with Implements of War
Jan Jansz. Buesem
A masterful 17th-century Dutch Vanitas still life depicting elements of military life and mortality in a moody, atmospheric light.
Contains disturbing content
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The Miser
Jan Steen
A haunting Dutch Golden Age vanitas scene depicting a miser confronted by mortality.
Contains disturbing content
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Vanitas Still Life
François van Daellen
A masterfully lit 17th-century vanitas painting contemplating life and mortality through symbolic objects.
Contains nudity
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St. Jerome in His Study
Peter Paul Rubens
A powerful Baroque masterpiece by Peter Paul Rubens depicting St. Jerome in a moment of intense study and contemplation.
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