Netherlandish Proverbs (after Peter Brueghel the Elder) 

This oil painting, "Netherlandish Proverbs" (after Peter Brueghel the Elder), is a meticulous work by Pieter Brueghel the Younger, a Flemish painter known for his copies and variations of his father's iconic works. The painting, which is a reproduction of Brueghel the Elder's original work, depicts a bustling, crowded village scene overflowing with over 100 figures engaging in satirical depictions of Flemish proverbs and sayings. These humorous, and sometimes slightly bawdy, proverbs offer a glimpse into the social and cultural norms of 16th century Dutch society.