Artwork
Still life of fish, dead birds, vegetables, kitchenware and a cat
Still life of fish, dead birds, vegetables, kitchenware and a cat is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Alexander Adriaenssen. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created around 1650 by Flemish Baroque artist Alexander Adriaenssen, is a still life featuring a diverse arrangement of objects on a tabletop.
Subject & Meaning
The composition includes dead birds, fish, vegetables, kitchenware, and a cat, showcasing everyday items and textures characteristic of the still life genre. The cat's presence adds a touch of warmth and life to the otherwise inanimate scene.
Technique & Style
Adriaenssen's work is marked by attention to detail and contrast, reflecting the Flemish Baroque tradition of rich, descriptive painting. The realistic style and use of oil paint allow for nuanced rendering of textures and colors.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp, a testament to its enduring significance within the artistic heritage of the region.
Own this work as a print
Artist & collection
Artist
Alexander Adriaenssen (1587–1661) was a Flemish Baroque painter, particularly known for his still-lifes of fish and game pieces. He also painted banquet pieces with food and flower still lifes.
Still life of a table with crockery, cheese, sausage and fish
Still life with a hare, dead birds and fish
Still life with wild fowl
Still Life with Fish and a Lobster and Oysters on a Table nearby
Still life with fish
Still Life of Fish and Oysters with a Cat
Still life with fish and a cat behind the table
Fish and Game
