Dull Gret | Pieter Bruegel the Elder | 1563

This painting, titled Dull Gret (also known as Mad Meg), was created by Pieter Bruegel the Elder around 1563. The artwork depicts a chaotic and surreal scene, following the Flemish folklore figure Dull Gret, a woman who is said to have led an army of women to storm Hell itself. In the center, Gret, clad in armor and carrying a sword, strides boldly amidst a grotesque landscape filled with monstrous figures and bizarre imagery. She is surrounded by fantastical creatures, hellish structures, and twisted, otherworldly forms, symbolizing the madness and horror of greed, war, and human folly.

The background is dominated by fiery skies and dark architectural forms, enhancing the hellish atmosphere. The painting combines elements of the real and the imagined, embodying Bruegel’s distinct style and his critical view of human behavior. This work is noted for its intricate detail, moral symbolism, and vivid representation of folklore, providing a satirical commentary on the vices and absurdities of society during Bruegel’s time.

Print: 

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- All prints feature a 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

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Sizes:

A1 = 23.4 x 33.1 Inches

A2 = 16.5 x 23.4 Inches

A3 = 11.7 x 16.5 Inches

A4 = 8.3 x 11.7 Inches