Artwork

Nature morte med hummer og citron

Nature morte med hummer og citron, by Unknown, 1667
Nature morte med hummer og citron, by Unknown, 1667

Nature morte med hummer og citron is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1667 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Nature morte med hummer og citron is a still life painting created by an unknown artist around 1667. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a simple arrangement of objects on a table, including oysters, a halved lemon, and an empty glass. The composition is characterized by a strong contrast between light and dark, drawing attention to the illuminated objects.

Technique & Style

The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasts between light and dark, is evident in the painting. The lemon's cut surface is highlighted, while the surrounding objects and background remain in shadow, creating a sense of depth and volume.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known