Artwork
Still-life: Dead Game
Still-life: Dead Game is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist William Gouw Ferguson. It dates from 1692 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.
About this work
Overview
Still-life: Dead Game is an oil painting created by William Gouw Ferguson in 1692. It is a still life held at the Scottish National Gallery.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a group of dead game birds, including a white chicken with red spots, arranged on a table. The birds are rendered in a lifelike manner, with the chicken lying on its back and its wings outstretched.
Technique & Style
The painting is characterized by a strong contrast between light and dark, with a light source coming from the side and casting shadows on the table. The overall effect is one of realism, with the birds and their surroundings depicted in a detailed and naturalistic way.
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