Artwork
Flowers in a Bowl
Flowers in a Bowl is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Elias van den Broeck. It dates from 1696 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Flowers in a Bowl is a 1696 oil painting by Elias van den Broeck, a Dutch artist known for his still life works, particularly flower arrangements.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a diverse bouquet of flowers in a glass bowl, set against a dark background that accentuates the colors and textures of the flowers, some of which face upwards while others are turned downwards.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realistic style, the work showcases the artist's attention to detail, capturing the delicate petals and the play of light on the flowers, resulting in an elegant and refined composition.
History & Provenance
Created during the Dutch Golden Age, a period of significant artistic production in the Netherlands, the painting reflects van den Broeck's training in the Dutch Republic and his work under Jan Davidsz. de Heem in Antwerp before establishing himself in Amsterdam.
Artist & collection
Artist
Elias van den Broeck (c. 1652 in probably in Amsterdam – buried 6 February 1708 in Amsterdam) was a Dutch still life painter mainly known for his flower pieces. He trained in the Dutch Republic and worked for some time…
