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Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche

Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche, by Jacob Vosmaer, oil, 1613
Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche, by Jacob Vosmaer, oil, 1613

Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jacob Vosmaer. It dates from 1613 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Technique & Style

Jacob Vosmaer painted Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche in 1613 using oil paint on wood panel. The work measures 110 cm in height and 79 cm in width, characteristic of Dutch still life painting from the early 17th century. It is housed in the Rijksmuseum collection, where it remains on public display.

History & Provenance

The artwork's material composition includes oil paint applied to a wooden panel, aligning with its classification as a still life from the early 17th century.

Jacob Vosmaer painted this still life in 1613, depicting fritillaria arranged within a painted niche. The work entered the Rijksmuseum collection, where it remains on display.

The painting was created on panel using oil paint, measuring 79 cm in width and 110 cm in height.

Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche is an oil paint painting created by Jacob Vosmaer in 1613. It measures 110 cm in height and 79 cm in width, and is housed in the collection of the Rijksmuseum. The work has been exhibited at the Rijksmuseum, where it remains on display.

The painting is catalogued in the Rijksmuseum collection under its current accession, reflecting its long-term presence in the institution's holdings. Its exhibition history is limited to displays within the Rijksmuseum, consistent with its status as part of their permanent collection.

The artwork's material composition includes oil paint applied to a wooden panel, aligning with its classification as a still life from the early 17th century. Its dimensions and medium are documented in the Rijksmuseum's records, confirming its physical attributes and provenance within the museum's custody.

Overview

Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche is an oil painting created by Jacob Vosmaer in 1613. It is a still life held at the Rijksmuseum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a vase on a ledge, overflowing with diverse flowers including tulips, roses, lilies, and irises. Some flowers have dropped, and a mouse is visible in the shadows. The arrangement suggests a fleeting moment, capturing the transience of life.

Flowers in a metal vase in a niche
Flowers in a metal vase in a niche, Abraham Mignon

Artist & collection

Artist

Jacob Vosmaer

Jacob Vosmaer (1584–1641) was an artist, born in Delft.

Rijksmuseum

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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Who painted Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche?

Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche was painted by Jacob Vosmaer in 1613.

Where can I see Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche?

Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche is held by Rijksmuseum.

What movement is Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche?

Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Can I buy a print of Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche?

Museum-quality prints of Flower piece with fritillaria in a niche are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.