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Still Life with Fruit, by Gerrit van Vucht, oil, 1661

Still Life with Fruit

Gerrit van Vucht

1661

oil

panel

From the collection of Nationalmuseum

Dominant colour

Overview

Still Life with Fruit is a 1661 oil by Gerrit van Vucht, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Nationalmuseum.

Who painted this?
Gerrit van Vucht
When & what style?
1661 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
Nationalmuseum

About this work

The painting depicts a still life arrangement of fruit, including grapes and a pear, on a table. A wine glass and a goblet are also present, along with a metal container and a small, dark object that could be a fruit or a vegetable. The background is a plain wall. A dark cloth is draped over the right side of the table, adding texture and depth to the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of simplicity and elegance, with the fruit and objects arranged in a harmonious composition. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up Gerrit van Vucht.

About the artist

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