1630
oil
canvas
From the collection of Philadelphia Museum of Art
Still Life with Terms and a Bust of Ceres is a 1630 oil by Frans Snyders, a Flemish Baroque painting work, held at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
This painting shows a still life with a large wreath of fruits and vegetables, a bust of Ceres in the center, and two statues of naked figures on either side. The wreath is made up of various fruits and vegetables, including grapes, apples, and squash. The bust of Ceres is a white marble sculpture with a serious expression. The two statues are also made of white marble and depict naked figures with their arms raised above their heads. The painting is done in oil paint and features a dark background, which helps to highlight the colors of the fruits and vegetables. The overall effect is one of abundance and fertility, which is fitting given the subject matter. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the work of artist Frans Snyders.
Frans Snyders or Frans Snijders was a Flemish painter of animals, hunting scenes, market scenes, and still lifes.
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