Who painted Dead game with dead peacock and a hog's head?

Dead game with dead peacock and a hog's head was painted by Jan Fyt in 1646.

Where can I see Dead game with dead peacock and a hog's head?

Dead game with dead peacock and a hog's head is held by Kunsthistorisches Museum.

What movement is Dead game with dead peacock and a hog's head?

Dead game with dead peacock and a hog's head is associated with Flemish Baroque painting.

Artwork

Dead game with dead peacock and a hog's head

Jan Fyt , 1646

Dead game with dead peacock and a hog's head is an unspecified painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Jan Fyt. It dates from 1646 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

About this work

Overview

Dead game with dead peacock and a hog's head is a 1646 painting by Jan Fyt, a Flemish Baroque artist known for his still lifes and animal subjects.

Subject & Meaning

The painting features a still life arrangement of dead game, centered around a peacock with outstretched feathers, accompanied by a hog's head, set against a dark background that highlights the colors and textures of the subjects.

Technique & Style

Fyt's work is characterized by intricate detail, evident in the peacock's feathers rendered in shades of blue, green, and gold, and the textured skin of the hog's head, showcasing his skill in capturing light, shadow, and texture.

History & Provenance

The painting is held in the Kunsthistorisches Museum and is an example of Flemish Baroque art, influencing artists such as Pieter Boel who worked in a similar style.