Artwork
Field flowers in woodland
Field flowers in woodland is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Abraham Mignon. It dates from 1671 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Field flowers in woodland is a 1671 oil painting by Abraham Mignon, a Dutch artist known for detailed flower pieces and forest still lifes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a forest scene with a central tree trunk surrounded by vibrant flowers, leaves, and branches, accompanied by birds and insects, conveying a sense of life and movement.
Technique & Style
Mignon's use of chiaroscuro creates depth and texture, with strong contrasts between light and dark adding drama and energy to the scene, characteristic of the refined still life traditions of the Dutch Golden Age.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection, exemplifying the artistic influences of Jan Davidszoon de Heem and Jacob Marrel on Mignon's work.
Artist & collection
Artist
Abraham Mignon or Minjon (21 June 1640 – 27 March 1679) was a Dutch still life painter.
Buchet cu flori de lămâi; pandant: Buchet de flori cu anemone
A Forest Floor with a Thistle, a Snake, a Lizard and Butterflies
Insects and a lizard in a wood
Animals and Plants
Flori și portocale; pandant: Flori și piersici
Vase of flowers
A still-life with a spray of flowers
Still Life in a Grotto with Flowers, Fish and a Bird's Nest
Flowers on a stone ledge with a bird's nest
Blumenstück
Natură moartă cu broască; pandant: Natură moartă cu năpârcă