Artwork
Still Life with Strawberries and Cherries
Still Life with Strawberries and Cherries is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jan Jansz van de Velde. It dates from 1658 and is held in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum.
About this work
Overview
Still Life with Strawberries and Cherries is an oil painting created by Jan Jansz van de Velde in 1658. It is a still life composition held at the Ashmolean Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a table setting with a white porcelain bowl containing strawberries and cherries, accompanied by a silver spoon, a partly filled wine glass, and loose cherries and leaves. The arrangement conveys a sense of serenity and intimacy.
Technique & Style
The artist employs chiaroscuro to create depth and dimensionality, drawing attention to the central objects. The delicate blue and white pattern on the porcelain bowl adds an element of elegance to the scene, while the use of light and shadow enhances the overall sense of tranquility.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Jansz van de Velde (1620–1662) was a Dutch artist, born in Haarlem.
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