Still Life of Game on a stone Sill
1657
oil
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
1657
oil
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
This painting depicts a still life of game, including birds and possibly a small mammal, arranged on a stone sill. The arrangement is casual, with some of the game hanging from the top of the frame and others placed on the sill. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume, is evident in the painting. The artist has skillfully used light and shadow to create a sense of depth and dimensionality in the arrangement. The painting is a beautiful example of the artist's skill in capturing the textures and forms of the game. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique.