Still-life
1700
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1700
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This painting features a still life with a bowl of fruit, a glass, and a jug on a table. The fruit is arranged in the bowl, while the glass and jug are placed behind it. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the objects in the foreground. The painting's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and dimension to the scene. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the way the light reflects off the glass and the jug.