Household effects c. 1590 - 1596

toned paper

egg art

pottery

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

stoneware

watercolour bleed

earthenware

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Household Effects," an anonymous work from around 1590-1596, is a circular painting on wood, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork's back is visible, showcasing a worn, reddish-brown surface with some gilded areas. The back of the painting hints at its original purpose, possibly a panel for a larger composition or a discarded element from a larger artwork. This piece provides a fascinating glimpse into the materials and techniques employed by artists of the period, offering insights into the often-hidden aspects of artistic practice.

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rijksmuseum over 1 year ago

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Among the remnants from the ‘Safe House’ were many utilitarian household objects, such as plates, cutlery and brushes. The taps originally were attached to wooden barrels containing water or wine. The ‘spike candleholders’, which could be hammered into a wooden beam, were particularly convenient.