Artwork
Still Life of Silver-Gilt Goblet, Porcelain Bowl, Glassware and Peeled Orange
Still Life of Silver-Gilt Goblet, Porcelain Bowl, Glassware and Peeled Orange is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Willem Kalf. It dates from 1664 and is held in the collection of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
About this work
Overview
Still Life of Silver-Gilt Goblet, Porcelain Bowl, Glassware and Peeled Orange is a 1664 oil painting by Willem Kalf, a prominent Dutch still-life artist of the 17th century. The work exemplifies the *pronkstilleven* genre, characterized by lavish compositions of expensive and exotic items.
Subject & Meaning
The painting showcases a carefully arranged selection of luxury items on a table, including a silver-gilt goblet, Kraak porcelain bowl, glassware, and a peeled orange. These objects reflect the Dutch Golden Age’s fascination with global trade and material wealth.
Technique & Style
Against a dark background that enhances depth and contrast, Kalf meticulously highlights the varied textures and reflective qualities of the objects. The balanced and harmonious arrangement emphasizes elegance and refinement, achieved through the thoughtful use of color and texture.
History & Provenance
Created in 1664, the painting is now part of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum’s collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Willem Kalf (1619 – 31 July 1693) was one of the most prominent Dutch still-life painters of the 17th century, the Dutch Golden Age.
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