Artwork
Still life with wild fowl
Still life with wild fowl is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Alexander Adriaenssen. It dates from 1632 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
Overview
Still life with wild fowl is a 1632 oil painting by Alexander Adriaenssen, a Flemish artist known for his still lifes featuring game and fish.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a table laden with dead game, including birds, a rabbit, and fish, alongside a basket of plums and a clay dish. The arrangement of objects and the emphasis on their textures and lighting may evoke themes related to abundance and mortality.
Technique & Style
Adriaenssen's use of chiaroscuro creates a strong contrast between light and dark, drawing attention to the objects and creating a sense of volume. The dark background and careful rendering of light on the subjects contribute to a three-dimensional effect.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Rijksmuseum collection and is characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age tradition of still-life painting.
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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.
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