The Doctor 

"The Doctor" is a genre painting by the Dutch Golden Age painter Gerrit Dou. The painting depicts a doctor examining a vial of liquid in the dimly lit interior of his office, his assistant looks on. The scene is filled with meticulous details, characteristic of Dou's style, known as "fijnschilders" or "fine painters." The painting's realism captures the quiet intimacy of the doctor's examination, highlighting Dou's skill in depicting light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and texture. This detailed genre painting, like many by Dou, serves as a glimpse into 17th-century Dutch life.