Artwork

Still life

Still life, by Isaac van Kipshaven, oil, 1661
Still life, by Isaac van Kipshaven, oil, 1661

Still life is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Isaac van Kipshaven. It dates from 1661 and is held in the collection of the Mauritshuis.

About this work

Overview

Still Life is a 1661 oil painting by Isaac van Kipshaven, held at the Mauritshuis.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a still life arrangement on a table, featuring fruits such as grapes, peaches, and a pomegranate, alongside a glass of water and a decorative vase. The composition creates a sense of depth and balance.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil paint, the work exhibits a rich, vibrant quality with a muted color palette dominated by shades of brown, green, and yellow. The use of chiaroscuro contributes to the creation of volume and depth in the scene.

Artist & collection

Mauritshuis

Museum

Mauritshuis

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