Artwork
Fruit Piece with Lemons, Grapes, Plums and Cherries
Fruit Piece with Lemons, Grapes, Plums and Cherries is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jan Davidsz. de Heem. It dates from 1671 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Fruit Piece with Lemons, Grapes, Plums and Cherries is an oil painting created by Jan Davidsz. de Heem around 1671. It is a still life that showcases the artist's skill in depicting everyday objects with great detail.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features a selection of fruit, including lemons, grapes, plums, and cherries, arranged against a dark background. The composition highlights the textures and colors of the fruit, reflecting the cultural fascination with nature and material abundance during the Dutch Golden Age.
Technique & Style
De Heem's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth, while his attention to detail allows the viewer to appreciate the varied textures of the fruit. The painting exemplifies the still life genre's emphasis on texture, color, and composition.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection. It was created during the Dutch Golden Age, a period when Dutch artists were celebrated for their vivid depictions of everyday objects.
Artist & collection
Artist
Maria van Oosterwijck (1630–1693), also spelled Oosterwyck, was a Dutch Golden Age painter, specialising in richly detailed flower paintings and other still lifes.
