Elegant Couples Courting

Willem Pietersz Buytewech (c. 1592–1624), oil on canvas, c. 1616–1620

The seated woman tries to entice the young man by offering him rosebuds. He turns away from her, resting his hand on the head of his dog, his wise mentor. No harm will come to this young man. The other couple, however, choose wanton love; they leave the glove – a symbol of marriage – lying on the ground.

  • Artwork typepainting
  • Object numberSK-A-3038
  • Dimensionsheight 56.3 cm x width 70.5 cm
  • Physical characteristicsolieverf op doek