Artwork

Flower Still-life with an Alabaster Vase

Flower Still-life with an Alabaster Vase, by Gerard van Spaendonck, oil, 1792
Flower Still-life with an Alabaster Vase, by Gerard van Spaendonck, oil, 1792

Flower Still-life with an Alabaster Vase is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Gerard van Spaendonck. It dates from 1792 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Overview

Flower Still-life with an Alabaster Vase is an oil painting created by Gerard van Spaendonck in 1792. It is a still life held at the Rijksmuseum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a bouquet of varied flowers in an ornate, classically designed alabaster vase. The arrangement conveys a sense of movement, with blooming and wilting flowers creating a dynamic composition.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of muted colors, including shades of pink, blue, and yellow, contributes to an overall effect of elegance. Light and shadow create depth and dimension, while confident brushstrokes convey a sense of spontaneity.

Artist & collection

Rijksmuseum

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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