Artwork
Metal vase of flowers
Metal vase of flowers is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Ambrosius Bosschaert II. It dates from 1635 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.
About this work
Overview
Metal vase of flowers is a 1635 oil painting by Ambrosius Bosschaert II, a Dutch Golden Age artist known for his floral still lifes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a diverse arrangement of flowers, including roses, irises, daisies, and tulips, in an ornate metal vase on a shelf, accompanied by fruit such as apples and grapes.
Technique & Style
Bosschaert's use of chiaroscuro creates a lifelike effect, with careful attention to the way light falls on the petals and leaves, making them appear realistic against a plain background.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Fitzwilliam Museum's collection, exemplifying the Dutch Golden Age style, which was influenced by the artist's father.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ambrosius Bosschaert II (1609–1645) was a Dutch Golden Age painter who specialized in flower paintings in the manner of his father Ambrosius Bosschaert.
