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A few more photos from the Flemish Masters exhibit @ The Royal Ontario Museum

A painting depicts a dynamic hunting scene. Several figures, one wearing a red garment and another in yellow, are involved in the chase of a deer. The person in red is at the forefront, spearing an animal. Two other figures stand behind, one blowing a horn. The setting is outdoors, with trees and vegetation in the background. The painting is framed in a decorative golden frame, set against a pink wall.A painting in a dark frame features a surreal figure with an elongated face and a long, pointed nose. The figure holds a walking stick and wears a dark garment with feather-like details. A rooster's head is attached to the figure's headdress, and a human-like face appears on the staff. The background is a muted brown, with stylized writing on the left side.A framed painting shows two men laughing and gesturing humorously. The man on the left wears a colorful jester costume with a distinctive hat featuring a long earflap. The man on the right holds a finger to his lips, as if sharing a secret. Above them are three small symbolic elements: a dish, a foot, and a key. The background is a vibrant teal wall.Gray background with yellow decorative pattern at the top. The text reads: "Think about your selfie. Take in all the features in these portraits. Which elements would you include in your own portrait—a particular item of jewellery or clothing? A subtle smile?" Below, in French: "Pensez à votre égoportrait. Regardez bien toutes les caractéristiques de ces portraits. Quels éléments aimeriez-vous inclure dans votre égoportrait? Un bijou en particulier? Un vêtement? Un sourire insaisissable?"

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