Woman Tidying the Supper Table c. 1655 - 1660

Gerrit Dou's "Woman Tidying the Supper Table" is a masterfully executed painting depicting a domestic scene. Painted around 1655-1660, it showcases the meticulous detail and mastery of light characteristic of Dou's "genre painting." The painting's realistic portrayal of a woman cleaning up a meal, illuminated by candlelight and lantern, creates a sense of intimacy and captures the quiet moments of everyday life. Dou’s interest in realism, coupled with his masterful control of light and shadow, makes this a prime example of Dutch Golden Age art.