The Weaver at Work in his Home 1631 - 1677

"The Weaver at Work in his Home" is a 17th-century oil painting by Dutch artist Thomas Wijck, depicting a weaver working at his loom in a cluttered workshop. The painting, housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, provides a glimpse into the life of a working-class family during the Golden Age of Dutch art. The scene is filled with everyday objects and tools, emphasizing the realism and detail characteristic of Wijck's genre paintings. The artist's focus on domestic interiors and working-class individuals highlights the value placed on industriousness and craftsmanship in Dutch society.