A work by Hendrik Gerritsz depicting the evils of greed in the form of an allegory. It depicts the peasantry and certain popular customs.
A work by Hendrik Gerritsz depicting the evils of greed in the form of an allegory. It depicts the peasantry and certain popular customs.
Everyday scene from 17th century Holland in which a woman plays the virginal
A woman is shown pouring milk into a larger container for further processing and gastronomic enjoyment
Hunting scene with two prominent figures in the foreground, portrayed by van de Velde
Two figures of a higher status than the peasants require attention outside the villagers’ rural home
Family group of a recognised status poses in a family portrait showing the different fashions between generations
Family portrait of the Stuart dynasty with the future Charles II, Prince of Wales
Portrait of the family of Jan-Baptista Anthoine by Coques in the 17th century
Interior of an inn in wintertime by Rubens
A Cultural History of Hygiene in the Modern Age