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Jonathan Townsend

Posted on March 09 2012

Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin (2 November 1699 – 6 December 1779)

 

A lovely domestic scene, you can almost listen in to the conversation.  The numerous details: pewterware, tin canister, redware bowl,  bottles, bowls, food, girls clothing, pudding cap, toy drum,  long handled pan, round metal brazier.   What is that hanging on the wall?

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