An einer Haustür spricht ein Mann mit einer Frau, die von einem Kind an der Schürze gehalten wird
johanneschristiaanjanson
stadelmuseum
drawing, paper, ink, indian-ink
drawing
netherlandish
toned paper
water colours
paper
ink
coloured pencil
underpainting
indian-ink
15_18th-century
painting painterly
watercolour bleed
watercolour illustration
green and neutral
watercolor
warm toned green
This watercolor painting, likely depicting a rural scene, shows a man and a woman interacting by a doorway with a child watching from the side, while a rooster and hens wander in the foreground. Johannes Christiaan Janson, born in 1763, is known for his depictions of everyday life in the Netherlands, often featuring charming details and moments of human interaction. The image captures the simple joys and struggles of rural life, hinting at a narrative of community and connection. The painting exemplifies the Dutch genre of "truisms" or "scenes of daily life," showcasing Janson's talent for capturing the mundane and everyday through his meticulous and realistic style. The piece, held by the Städel Museum, invites viewers to step into the world of 18th-century rural life.
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