Woman at the Hearth 1654 - 1662

Jacob Vrel's "Woman at the Hearth" (1654-1662) depicts a woman tending a fire in a domestic setting. The painting, rendered in a realistic style, captures a commonplace scene of daily life, highlighting the importance of the hearth as a central element in 17th-century Dutch homes. The woman's focused posture, the meticulously detailed fireplace, and the presence of household objects like a chair and a pot, create a sense of intimacy and authenticity. This genre painting offers a glimpse into the life of a woman performing a simple task, showcasing the skill of the Dutch Golden Age painter Jacob Vrel.