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Still Life with Lobster, Fruit, and Roses, by Jan van den Hecke, oil, 1645

Still Life with Lobster, Fruit, and Roses

Jan van den Hecke

1645

oil

canvas

From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest

Dominant colour

Overview

Still Life with Lobster, Fruit, and Roses is a 1645 oil by Jan van den Hecke, a Dutch Golden Age work, depicting Fruit, held at Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.

Who painted this?
Jan van den Hecke
When & what style?
1645 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest

About this work

This painting depicts a lavish still life arrangement on a dark wooden table. The central focus is a vibrant red lobster, accompanied by a blue and white plate and a few oysters. To the left, a collection of lemons, grapes, and peaches is arranged on a silver platter. A vase of pink roses adds a pop of color behind the lobster. The tablecloth features an intricate red and gold pattern, while the background is a somber, dark landscape. A closer look reveals the artist's attention to detail, with the lobster's texture and the fruit's subtle variations in color and shape. The overall atmosphere is one of opulence and abundance. For more on the artist behind this work, explore Jan van den Hecke.

About the artist

Portrait of Jan van den Hecke
Artist

Jan van den Hecke

Jan van den Hecke or Jan van den Hecke the Elder (1620–1684) was a Flemish Baroque painter, draughtsman, printmaker and engraver, mainly known for his still lifes, landscapes and battle scenes.

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