Soldier Scene 1680 - 1738

"Soldier Scene" is an oil-on-panel painting created by Dutch artist Carel de (II) Moor between 1680 and 1738. The painting depicts a soldier, likely a member of a militia, seated at a table in an interior setting. He holds a glass of wine and appears to be observing a couple embracing in the background. The painting, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a quintessential example of 17th-century Dutch genre painting, offering a glimpse into the everyday lives and social interactions of ordinary people during that period. The painting's intimate scale and meticulous detail contribute to its captivating realism.