Artwork
Stilleven met bloemen
Stilleven met bloemen is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist P.W. Windtraken. It dates from 1700 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum. Created around 1700, this oil painting by P.
About this work
Overview
Created around 1700, this oil painting by P.W. Windtraken presents a modest still‑life composition. A vase filled with blossoms rests on a table against a deep, almost black backdrop, drawing immediate attention to the delicate flora. The work is part of the Rijksmuseum’s collection, where it is displayed among other Dutch period pieces.
Subject & Meaning
The central motif consists of a loose arrangement of white, yellow and pink flowers, rendered with a naturalistic hand. Their informal placement suggests a fleeting moment captured in time, emphasizing the transient beauty of blossoms and the quiet contemplation of everyday objects.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil on canvas, the painting showcases meticulous brushwork that conveys the texture of petals and the subtle play of light on each bloom. The ornate vase, carved with intricate patterns, contrasts with the soft, luminous flowers, while the dark ground heightens the visual impact through chiaroscuro.
History & Provenance
Attributed to the early‑18th‑century Dutch painter P.W. Windtraken, the piece has remained within the public domain since its acquisition by the Rijksmuseum. Its provenance reflects the museum’s focus on preserving representative works of Dutch still‑life tradition.
Artist & collection
Artist
A Dutch painter in the early 1700s, P.W. Windtraken made quiet, detailed oil paintings of everyday scenes. Look for the two works titled *A Winter Scene with Skaters* and *A View of the Dam Square in Amsterdam*—both…
