Artwork
Fruits and flowers on a blue ribbon
Fruits and flowers on a blue ribbon is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Abraham Mignon. It dates from 1672 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister.
About this work
Overview
Fruits and flowers on a blue ribbon is a 17th-century oil painting by Dutch artist Abraham Mignon, created in 1672. It is a still life that exemplifies the artist's skill in depicting botanical subjects.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features a bouquet of flowers and fruits tied with a blue ribbon, showcasing a mix of white, pink, and red blooms, along with grapes and berries, all surrounded by lush greenery.
Technique & Style
Mignon's work is characterized by realistic renderings and attention to texture, achieved through the use of oil paint in muted, subdued tones, resulting in a simple yet elegant composition.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Dutch Golden Age, a period of flourishing art and commerce, and is now held in the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister collection. Mignon's style was influenced by artists such as Jan Davidszoon de Heem and Jacob Marrel.
Artist & collection
Artist
Abraham Mignon or Minjon (21 June 1640 – 27 March 1679) was a Dutch still life painter.
