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The Collector of Tithes (oil on panel)
BON120994 The Collector of Tithes (oil on panel) by Brueghel, Pieter III (1589-1639); 58x88.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo eBonhams, London, UK; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 22217172
© Bonhams, London, UK / Bridgeman Images
Accountant Accounts Assistants Bills Chaos Clerk Collectors Debtors Finance Landowner Landowners Mess Office Papers Paying Rent Taxes Villagers Waiting
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The Collector of Tithes
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by Pieter Brueghel III captures a chaotic scene in the office of a tax collector. In this oil on panel painting, we see the bustling activity as villagers and assistants gather to settle their accounts with the landowner. The room is filled with mess and papers scattered everywhere, reflecting the disarray caused by unpaid taxes and overdue bills. The accountant sits at his desk, overwhelmed by the sheer volume of work before him. Peasants anxiously wait their turn, clutching bundles of money or documents that prove their payments. The tension in the room is palpable as debtors face stern-faced collectors who demand payment for rent and other dues. The studio setting adds an intimate touch to this portrayal of financial struggles faced by ordinary workers. Brueghel's meticulous attention to detail brings life to each character, capturing their expressions of frustration or resignation. Through this painting, he highlights not only the economic hardships faced by peasants but also sheds light on the power dynamics between landowners and those who work on their lands. "The Collector of Tithes" serves as a reminder that even centuries ago, finance played a crucial role in society, affecting both rich and poor alike. This masterpiece from Brueghel continues to resonate today as it showcases timeless themes such as taxation, debt, and social inequality.
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