The Skaters': Peasants in an Interior 'The skaters': farmer's company in interior; Performance known as 'The Skaters'. Inn interior with a group of farmers who have gathered around the fireplace. On the right a woman with a child; on the left a standing man with hands on the back. There are a few skates on the floor. In the foreground on the right a dog and a yoke; on the left in front of the window is a table with bread and a jug and a pipe on a stool; open hearth; fire-place; farmers; dog; skates (winter sports) (requirements; necessaries; sports and games); Adriaen van Ostade (mentioned on object); 1650; panel; oil paint (paint); h 44 cm x w 35.5 cm h 60.5 cm x w 52.2 cm x t 8.5 cm