Artwork
Stillife with oranges
Stillife with oranges is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Hendrik van Streek. It dates from 1692 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium.
About this work
Overview
Still Life with Oranges is a 1692 oil painting by Hendrik van Streek, a Dutch artist known for his still lifes and church interiors.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features a still life arrangement of oranges in a bowl, some sliced open, set against a dark background. The composition emphasizes the vibrant colors and textures of the oranges, creating a sense of simplicity and elegance.
Technique & Style
Van Streek employed chiaroscuro to convey depth and volume, and rendered the oranges in a realistic style with subtle color and texture variations. The dark background enhances the oranges' colors, contributing to the overall effect.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium collection, exemplifying the refined still-life painting characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hendrik van Streek or Hendrick van Streeck (baptized 11 April 1659 - buried 19 November 1720) was a Dutch painter and sculptor. He is known for his paintings of church interiors and still lifes.
Museum
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
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