Artwork
A fruit still life with a basket of grapes and a squirrel on a table
A fruit still life with a basket of grapes and a squirrel on a table is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Frans Snyders. It dates from 1601 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created by Frans Snyders, is a still life featuring a wicker basket overflowing with grapes and a squirrel on a table.
Subject & Meaning
The arrangement includes a blue-and-white plate with a strawberry and scattered grapes, surrounded by twisting dark vines. The squirrel's placement adds a playful touch, suggesting a moment of sudden movement.
Technique & Style
The grapes are rendered in a range of colors, from pale green to deep purple, creating a highly realistic effect. The use of oil paint allows for rich, layered colors, achieved through techniques such as glazing.
History & Provenance
The painting is dated to 1601 and is held at the Museo del Prado.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Frans Snyders or Frans Snijders was a Flemish painter of animals, hunting scenes, market scenes, and still lifes.
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