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Still life of fish, dead birds, vegetables, kitchenware and a cat

Alexander Adriaenssen , 1650

Still life of fish, dead birds, vegetables, kitchenware and a cat, by Alexander Adriaenssen, oil, 1650
Still life of fish, dead birds, vegetables, kitchenware and a cat, by Alexander Adriaenssen, oil, 1650

Still life of fish, dead birds, vegetables, kitchenware and a cat is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Alexander Adriaenssen. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created around 1650 by Flemish Baroque artist Alexander Adriaenssen, is a still life featuring a diverse arrangement of objects on a tabletop.

Subject & Meaning

The composition includes dead birds, fish, vegetables, kitchenware, and a cat, showcasing everyday items and textures characteristic of the still life genre. The cat's presence adds a touch of warmth and life to the otherwise inanimate scene.

Technique & Style

Adriaenssen's work is marked by attention to detail and contrast, reflecting the Flemish Baroque tradition of rich, descriptive painting. The realistic style and use of oil paint allow for nuanced rendering of textures and colors.

History & Provenance

The painting is now held in the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp, a testament to its enduring significance within the artistic heritage of the region.

Still life with fish and a cat behind the table
Still life with fish and a cat behind the table, Alexander Adriaenssen

Artist & collection

Portrait of Alexander Adriaenssen

Artist

Alexander Adriaenssen

Alexander Adriaenssen (1587–1661) was a Flemish Baroque painter, particularly known for his still-lifes of fish and game pieces. He also painted banquet pieces with food and flower still lifes.

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Who painted Still life of fish, dead birds, vegetables, kitchenware and a cat?

Still life of fish, dead birds, vegetables, kitchenware and a cat was painted by Alexander Adriaenssen in 1650.

Where can I see Still life of fish, dead birds, vegetables, kitchenware and a cat?

Still life of fish, dead birds, vegetables, kitchenware and a cat is held by Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.

What movement is Still life of fish, dead birds, vegetables, kitchenware and a cat?

Still life of fish, dead birds, vegetables, kitchenware and a cat is associated with Flemish Baroque painting.

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