“Merry Threesome” is an oil painting on panel by the artist Jan Steen, created approximately between 1670 and 1672. It belongs to the Baroque art movement and falls within the genre painting category. The artwork is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a lively and somewhat humorous scene involving three figures. On the left, a man wearing a ruffled collar and a colorful hat plays a stringed instrument while smiling warmly. Beside him, an older woman with a drink in hand appears to be engaging him in conversation, her expression animated and mirthful. To the right, a young woman in a pink dress, gazes at the scene with a mixture of engagement and contemplation, resting her arm on the older woman’s shoulder. The background features a rustic setting, with hints of foliage and architectural elements that frame the interaction, emphasizing the convivial and intimate atmosphere typical of Jan Steen’s genre paintings.
