The prodigal son among courtesans, by van der Laemen (1630, c.)

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Title

The prodigal son among courtesans, by van der Laemen (1630, c.)

Creator

van der Laemen, Christoffel Jacobsz (c. 1606-1651)

Date

1630, c.

Description

Original title: L'enfant prodigue chez les courtisanes ("The prodigal son among courtesans")

This painting depicts the biblical story of the prodigal son in the house of the prostitutes. It is a banquet scene with young women and their clients. Note the old woman on the right that appears to be the procuress.

Format

Oil on wood.
Dimensions: 71 × 104 cm

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