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A Vase of Flowers, by Justus van Huysum, oil, 1716

A Vase of Flowers

Justus van Huysum

1716

oil

canvas

From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

A Vase of Flowers is a 1716 oil by Justus van Huysum, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.

Who painted this?
Justus van Huysum
When & what style?
1716
Where can I see it?
Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

This painting is a still life of a vase filled with flowers. The flowers are pink, white, orange, and blue, and they are arranged in a vase that is placed on a table. The background of the painting is dark, which helps the flowers stand out. The flowers are painted in great detail, with delicate petals and leaves. The vase is also painted in detail, with intricate designs on it. The overall effect of the painting is one of beauty and elegance. If you like this painting, you might also like the work of artist Justus van Huysum.

About the artist

Portrait of Justus van Huysum
Artist

Justus van Huysum

Justus van Huysum, also spelled Huijsum, (July 8, 1659 in Amsterdam – April 23, 1716 in Amsterdam) was a Dutch Golden Age painter.

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