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Fruits, by Cornelis de Heem, unspecified, 1673

Fruits

Cornelis de Heem

1673

unspecified

From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Fruits is a 1673 unspecified by Cornelis de Heem, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at National Museum of Ancient Art.

Who painted this?
Cornelis de Heem
When & what style?
1673 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
National Museum of Ancient Art

About this work

This painting shows a still life of fruit, including grapes, peaches, and berries. The fruit is arranged on a table with a white cloth and a basket. A horn and a glass are also on the table. The painting is very detailed, with realistic depictions of the fruit and other objects. The colors are muted, with shades of brown, green, and red. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the painting. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out the work of Cornelis de Heem.

About the artist

Portrait of Cornelis de Heem
Artist

Cornelis de Heem

Cornelis de Heem was a still-life painter associated with both Flemish Baroque and Dutch Golden Age painting.

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