Tag: 17th century
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The Eagle and Child | Baby History

Personal update: I have been sick. I don’t like to bring attention to it but I am medically disabled due to autoimmune conditions. One of them responded so well to treatment that I went into remission for around four years. Then in the autumn of 2022, I became very sick and had to increase my…
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Dutch Baby c.1664 | Jan Steen | Quick Art History

This painting by Jan Steen features common baby accessories from the 17th century: teethers, falling caps, and leading strings:
