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Gamblers Quarrelling

By: Jan Steen

Uploaded By: Make MyArts

Art Number: AB01065

Rs.403

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The Artist of this Painting is Jan Steen (1625–1679) . For the details about License of this Painting, Please refer to the following links.

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In the evocative oil painting "Gamblers Quarrelling by Jan Steen", the Dutch Golden Age master brilliantly captures the raw emotions and moral implications of a tense gambling scene. The warm, earthy hues of the tavern interior, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight, create an atmosphere of intimacy and intensity. Steen skillfully portrays the various figures, each with their own distinct expressions and body language, as they engage in a heated dispute over a game of backgammon. The central gamblers, caught in a moment of fury and accusation, are surrounded by onlookers who react with a mix of shock, amusement, and disapproval. Through this vivid and dynamic composition, painted in the mid-17th century, Steen offers a powerful commentary on the dangers of vice, the consequences of uncontrolled passions, and the moral decay that can arise from the pursuit of worldly pleasures. The painting serves as a timeless reminder of the importance of temperance, wisdom, and the cultivation of virtue in the face of life's temptations.

Resource Type : Paintings

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