Artwork

Stilleben med död svan, en påfågel och en hund vid en trädgårdsfontän

Stilleben med död svan, en påfågel och en hund vid en trädgårdsfontän is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jan Weenix. It dates from 1692 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.

About this work

Overview

Stilleben med död svan, en påfågel och en hund vid en trädgårdsfontän is a 1692 oil-on-canvas painting by Jan Weenix, a Dutch artist known for his still lifes and hunting scenes.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a still life arrangement featuring a dead swan, a peacock, and a dog near a garden fountain, evoking a sense of quiet contemplation and reflection on the transience of life.

Technique & Style

Weenix's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth, while the muted color palette contributes to the somber atmosphere, characteristic of his work in the Dutch Golden Age.

History & Provenance

Created in 1692, the painting is representative of the rich artistic output of the Dutch Golden Age, and is now held at the Nationalmuseum.