Artwork
Dead Game
Dead Game is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jan Weenix. It dates from 1701 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Dead Game is a 1701 oil painting by Jan Weenix, a Dutch artist known for his still-life works featuring dead animals.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a forest scene with a pile of dead birds and a deer, accompanied by a dog. The arrangement suggests a hunting scene, with the dog possibly guarding the carcasses.
Technique & Style
Weenix's work is characterized by its detailed rendering of textures and colors, evident in the feathers, fur, and foliage. The painting showcases his skill in capturing the subtleties of natural forms.
History & Provenance
Jan Weenix was trained by his father, Jan Baptist Weenix. The painting is now held in the Statens Museum for Kunst, representing the Dutch Golden Age still-life tradition.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Weenix or Joannis Wenix (between 1641/1649 – 19 September 1719 (buried)) was a Dutch painter.
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