Figures in a Courtyard behind a House

Pieter de Hooch, c. 1663 - c. 1665

In the shelter of the shade, a woman squeezes the juice of a lemon into her glass, while her companion attempts to draw her attention. Perhaps she wants to keep a cool head: in the 17th century it was believed that lemons could calm intense infatuation. Two maidservants bustle about: one is serving drinks, while the other is scrubbing a kettle.

Artwork typepainting
Object numberSK-C-150
Dimensionsheight 60 cm x width 45.7 cm
Physical characteristicsoil on canvas

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