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VINTAGE ‘MORNING TOILET’ RIJKSMUSEUM- AMSTERDAM Pieter de Hooch POSTCARD

‘MORNING TOILET’

RIJKSMUSEUM-AMSTERDAM

PIETER DE HOOCH

VINTAGE POSTCARD

DETAILS:

MEASUREMENTS:

5 7/8 inches X 4 1/8 inches

MAKER’S / MANUFACTURER’S MARKS:

Printed in Holland

TEXTS / MESSAGE:

Rijksmuseum- Amsterdam

Pieter de Hooch (1629- 1683)

Moedertaak

Morning toilet

Die Mutterpflichten

Tâche maternelle

Ocupaciones maternales

Impegno materno

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Looking for a unique and historical addition

to your vintage postcard collection?

Look no further than this beautiful postcard

featuring Pieter de Hooch’s “Morning Toilet” painting

from the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.

Measuring at 5 7/8 inches by 4 1/8 inches,

this postcard is printed in Holland

and showcases the stunning detail

and beauty of de Hooch’s work.

The painting depicts a mother and child

engaging in morning toilet,

with the title written in multiple languages

including English, French, Spanish, and Italian.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity

to own a piece of art history

with this Pieter de Hooch “Morning Toilet” postcard.

Buy it now and add it to your collection!

WHO IS PIETER DE HOOCH?

Pieter de Hooch (1629–1684)

was a Dutch painter of genre scenes

and interior scenes of Dutch household life

during the Dutch Golden Age.

He was a contemporary of Johannes Vermeer

and is considered one of the most important

Dutch genre painters of the 17th century.

De Hooch was known for his masterful use of perspective and light,

which he used to create atmospheric and intimate scenes

of daily life in Dutch homes,

often depicting women engaged in domestic tasks.

His paintings are highly sought after

by collectors and can be found

in many major museums around the world.

WHAT IS THE ‘MORNING TOILET’ BY PIETER DE HOOCH ABOUT?

“Morning Toilet” is a painting by

Dutch Golden Age artist Pieter de Hooch,

created in 1663.

The painting portrays a young mother sitting on a chair

holding her child and helping her

with her morning grooming routine.

The mother is elegantly dressed,

suggesting that she is from a prosperous household.

The room is well-furnished and decorated with tiles,

a tapestry, and a painting on the wall.

The painting is an excellent example

of de Hooch’s domestic scenes

and his focus on the lives of ordinary people.

It is also an illustration of the values of Dutch society

during the 17th century,

where the roles of motherhood and family life were highly valued.

The painting depicts the tender bond

between a mother and her child,

as well as the daily routines of a Dutch household during the period.

Overall, “Morning Toilet” is a beautiful

and intimate representation of family life in the 17th century,

which continues to captivate and inspire

art lovers and historians alike.

WHAT IS THE RIJKSMUSEUM IN AMSTERDAM?

The Rijksmuseum is a Dutch national museum

located in Amsterdam.

It is one of the most famous museums in the world,

and it houses a vast collection of art and artifacts

that tell the story of Dutch history and culture.

The museum was founded in 1800

and it is located in a magnificent building

that was designed by Dutch architect Pierre Cuypers

in the late 19th century.

The collection at the Rijksmuseum

includes over 1 million objects,

including paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings, and historical artifacts.

Some of the museum’s most famous works

include Rembrandt’s “Night Watch”,

Johannes Vermeer’s “The Milkmaid”

and Frans Hals’ “The Laughing Cavalier”.

The museum also has an extensive collection

of Asian art and objects,

as well as Dutch decorative arts, furniture, and fashion.

In addition to its permanent collection,

the Rijksmuseum also hosts temporary exhibitions

that explore different aspects of Dutch art and history.

The museum is open to the public every day of the year,

and it is a must-see attraction for anyone

interested in art, culture, and history.

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