The stable (Pieter Wouwerman)
Pieter Wouwerman (1623–1682) made The stable. It is kept at Fitzwilliam Museum in United Kingdom.
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StatsThe stable, in brief
- Title
- The stable
- Artist
- Pieter Wouwerman (1623–1682)
- Artist born in
- Haarlem, Netherlands
- Where to see it
- Fitzwilliam Museum, United Kingdom
Which museum holds The stable?
Fitzwilliam Museum
United Kingdom
The History of Fitzwilliam Museum The Fitzwilliam Museum serves as the art and antiquities museum of the University of Cambridge. Its origins trace back to 1816, established through the will of Richard FitzWilliam, 7th Viscount FitzWilliam. This foundation transformed a private legacy into a public institution dedicated to the study of art and history.
High-resolution images of The stable
Pieter Wouwerman, The stable, Fitzwilliam Museum. Public domain.
Questions on The stable, answered
Which museum holds the original "The stable"?
"The stable" by Pieter Wouwerman is on display at the Fitzwilliam Museum, United Kingdom. The museum listing refers to the original work, not to reproductions.
Is "The stable" free of copyright?
"The stable" by Pieter Wouwerman is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.
Who is the artist behind "The stable"?
The artist behind "The stable" is Pieter Wouwerman. The work is catalogued under Pieter Wouwerman's name.
Why is the copyright status of "The stable" what it is?
"The stable" by Pieter Wouwerman is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Pieter Wouwerman died in 1682.
Is "The stable" by Pieter Wouwerman kept in the artist's home country?
No - the artwork is kept abroad. The birth country of Pieter Wouwerman is Netherlands, and the museum holding the original of "The stable" is in United Kingdom.
About the artist, Pieter Wouwerman
1623–1682, Netherlands
Pieter Wouwerman
Pieter Wouwerman: A Dutch Baroque Visionary Pieter Wouwerman (1623 – 1682) stands as a prominent figure within the Dutch Golden Age, renowned for his captivating depictions of hunting scenes and cavalry portraits—a genre that cemented his reputation as one of the era’s foremost landscape painters. Born in Haarlem, Belgium, he was part of a family deeply rooted in artistic tradition; his brother Jan Wouwerman and Philips Wouwerman were also accomplished artists specializing in Italianate landscapes, mirroring a stylistic trend prevalent at the time – a deliberate homage to Pieter van Laer's success in Rome. The anecdotes surrounding Philips’s destructive tendencies toward his sketches offer a glimpse into the competitive spirit of the artistic milieu, hinting at rivalries and anxieties about maintaining prestige within the burgeoning art market. The story recounted by Arnold Houbraken—that Philips burned his sketchbook out of fear of diminishing his brother's fame—is debated amongst scholars, yet it underscores the pressures faced by artists striving for recognition during this period.
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