Who painted Still Life with a dead Pheasant and a Hunting Bag?

Still Life with a dead Pheasant and a Hunting Bag was painted by Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin in 1760.

Where can I see Still Life with a dead Pheasant and a Hunting Bag?

Still Life with a dead Pheasant and a Hunting Bag is held by Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

What movement is Still Life with a dead Pheasant and a Hunting Bag?

Still Life with a dead Pheasant and a Hunting Bag is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of Still Life with a dead Pheasant and a Hunting Bag?

Museum-quality prints of Still Life with a dead Pheasant and a Hunting Bag are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Still Life with a dead Pheasant and a Hunting Bag

Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin , 1760

Still Life with a dead Pheasant and a Hunting Bag is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin. It dates from 1760 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

Still Life with a Dead Pheasant and a Hunting Bag is an oil painting created by Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin in 1760. It exemplifies the artist's expertise in still life composition.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a dead pheasant hanging from a hook, accompanied by a tan hunting bag and various leather straps, set against a plain gray background. The pheasant is rendered in detail, showcasing its dark brown plumage with red and blue feathers.

Technique & Style

Chardin's use of subtle lighting and textured brushwork brings the still life to life. The Rococo style is evident in the composition and the attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of the pheasant's feathers and the textures of the leather straps and bag.