Artwork
Basket of Flowers
Basket of Flowers is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Rachel Ruysch. It dates from 1711 and is held in the collection of the Uffizi Gallery.
About this work
Overview
Basket of Flowers is a 1711 oil painting by Rachel Ruysch, a Dutch artist known for her still-life works.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a bouquet of flowers arranged in a basket, a typical subject for Ruysch's floral compositions.
Technique & Style
Ruysch's distinct style is characterized by her skillful rendering of flowers, contributing to her international reputation during her lifetime.
History & Provenance
Created in the Dutch Republic during the Dutch Golden Age, the painting is now part of the Uffizi Gallery's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Rachel Ruysch (3 June 1664 – 12 October 1750) was a Dutch still-life painter from the Dutch Republic.
