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Geese and Ducks
Geese and Ducks is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Melchior d' Hondecoeter. It dates from 1690 and is held in the collection of the Mauritshuis.
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Overview
Geese and Ducks is a 1690 oil painting by Melchior d'Hondecoeter, a Dutch artist known for his depictions of birds.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features a group of geese and ducks in a naturalistic setting, with trees, grass, and water. The arrangement includes birds of different species and plumage, some at rest and others in flight.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work showcases d'Hondecoeter's realistic style, utilizing chiaroscuro to convey depth and volume.
History & Provenance
Created during the Dutch Golden Age, the painting is now held at the Mauritshuis, which houses additional works by the artist.
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Artist
Melchior d'Hondecoeter (Dutch pronunciation: ; c. 1636 – 3 April 1695), Dutch animalier painter, was born in Utrecht and died in Amsterdam. After the start of his career, he painted virtually exclusively bird subjects,…
