Still life with boxes, glass and ceramic planter
1660
unspecified
From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art
1660
unspecified
From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art
This painting shows a still life with boxes, a glass, and a ceramic planter. The boxes are stacked on top of each other, with the top one open and a spoon inside. The glass is placed on a metal plate, and the planter has flowers and leaves coming out of it. The painting has a dark background, which makes the objects stand out. The colors used are muted, with shades of brown and beige dominating the scene. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting. To learn more about this style of painting, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
