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910 - Still Life with Birds and Fruit. Flemish School. 17th Century
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Still Life with Birds and Fruit. Flemish School. 17th Century Oil on canvas. The composition presents a sumptuous large-format still life combining game, fruits, and kitchen utensils on a wooden table, illuminated by a side spotlight that dramatizes the textures and volumes. On the left, several hanging game birds-partridges, quail, and a waterfowl-converse with a pheasant collapsed on a platter. In the center, a gilded platter holds fish with iridescent scales, and a bowl with cobalt blue decoration holds fresh vegetables. On the right, a basket overflowing with grapes, peaches, and apples is accompanied by a lobster, ceramic juices, and a wicker-wrapped wine bottle. The meticulous realism of each element-feathers, fur, glitter, transparencies-responds to the principles of the Flemish Baroque, evoking the symbolic richness of vanitas and earthly enjoyment. The saturated colors and balanced composition connect with the school of Frans Snyders and his followers. A work of remarkable technical quality, with masterful use of chiaroscuro and restrained brushwork. Dimensions: 155 x 95 cm (unframed), 180 x 118 cm (framed).
Auction details
Grand November Auction · Old Masters & Decorative ArtsAuction house
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