The Doll

Adriaen van Ostade (1610-1685), a prominent Dutch Golden Age painter, captured the essence of everyday life through his genre works. He focused on depicting peasants, taverns, and rural scenes, using a meticulous style with earthy tones and warm lighting. Influenced by Frans Hals but more detailed, van Ostade's work often included a touch of humor through his characters' expressions and interactions. His paintings, along with his "tronies" which were close-up portraits, helped elevate genre painting and left a lasting influence on Dutch art, with artists like Jan Steen following in his footsteps. Today, van Ostade's works are admired for their skillful portrayal of 17th-century Dutch society and their timeless exploration of the beauty and humor found in ordinary lives.

Artist: Adriaen Van Ostade (1610-1685)
Print Type: Etching
Signed: In plate "A O - 1697
Date: 1679
Dimensions: 4 x 3 3/4"
Provenance: Hill House
Subject: Old Matsters 17th Century

Notes & Literature: See Sotheby's - Old Master - 19th and 20th Century Prints12 May 1994

Condition Report: With watermark. Matted. Strong Impression. Fine