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Still Life with a Roemer, by Maerten Boelema de Stomme, oil, 1643

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Overview

Still Life with a Roemer is a 1643 oil by Maerten Boelema de Stomme, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Maerten Boelema de Stomme
When & what style?
1643 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
Philadelphia Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a still life with a roemer, a type of wine glass. The roemer sits on a table with a white cloth, next to a plate with a crab and a bun. There's also a small jug and a piece of paper. The painting is done in a realistic style, with lots of detail. The light comes from the left side, making the objects stand out. The colors are muted, with shades of brown and beige. If you like this painting, you might want to check out more works by the artist, Maerten Boelema de Stomme.

About the artist

Artist

Maerten Boelema de Stomme

Maerten Boelema de Stomme (1611–1644) was a Dutch artist, born in Leeuwarden.

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