Tavern Scene
ca. 1660 [-] 1662
![Tavern Scene by Cornelis Pietersz. Bega, ca. 1660 [-] 1662](https://www.thequadro.com/api/storage/artworks/thumb/l/cornelis-pietersz-bega/cornelis-pietersz-bega_tavern-scene_50813797)
Cornelis Bega loved painting the 'low life' of 17th-century Holland, and this tavern scene is a perfect example. We see a man and woman huddled in a rustic alcove, sharing a drink and a smoke. The man, sporting a roguish grin and wide hat, reaches for a bowl of tobacco while the woman clutches a jug, perhaps debating if it's time for another round. It’s a warm, earthy snapshot of everyday leisure that feels surprisingly modern—proof that hanging out in a dimly lit corner with friends is a timeless tradition.
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