Three Women and a Man in the Courtyard behind a House — Pieter de Hooch

Pieter de Hooch. Painted 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.

From the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Currently on display in Main building, Gallery of Honour.

oil paint (paint), canvas · Original size: 45.7 × 60 cm · On loan from the City of Amsterdam (A. van der Hoop Bequest)

Print: 45.7 × 60 cm, printed on Hahnemühle FineArt archival cotton paper. Museum-grade reproduction quality, true to the colours and detail of the original work.

Frame (optional): a custom-made wooden frame in a matte black finish, cut to the exact dimensions of this print, with an off-white passe-partout mat and protective glazing. Ready to hang.

Source: https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/200109390. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.