Artwork
Kitchen still life with a hare and two partridges
Kitchen still life with a hare and two partridges is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Mariano Nani. It dates from 1793 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
About this work
Overview
Mariano Nani's 'Kitchen still life with a hare and two partridges' is an oil painting created in 1793, currently housed at the Museo del Prado.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a kitchen still life centered around a hare laid on its back with legs outstretched, flanked by two partridges. The composition focuses attention on the prepared game, suggesting a moment of culinary preparation.
Technique & Style
Nani employs a dark background to highlight the subjects, while subtle light reflections on the hare's fur introduce texture and depth, demonstrating the artist's skill with chiaroscuro.
History & Provenance
Created in 1793, the work is part of the Museo del Prado's collection, though specific acquisition details are not provided here.
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Artist & collection
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