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Musical Company
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This curious painting refuses to divulge its secrets. The image can be interpreted as an admonition to praise God with singing and music-making, but also as a risqué scene of seduction. The young woman’s gaudy garments and red shoes are in questionable taste, and the old woman looks suspiciously like a procuress. Perhaps the painting contains a warning against immoral conduct.
Title: Musical Company
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This curious painting refuses to divulge its secrets.
The image can be interpreted as an admonition to praise God with singing and music-making, but also as a risqué scene of seduction.
The young woman’s gaudy garments and red shoes are in questionable taste, and the old woman looks suspiciously like a procuress.
Perhaps the painting contains a warning against immoral conduct.
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