Kitchen Still Life
1640
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1640
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
You see a simple kitchen scene with everyday objects like pots and utensils. The painting is interesting because it shows a quiet moment in a ordinary place. The artist paid attention to the way light falls on the objects. Check out the technique of chiaroscuro to learn more about how artists use light and dark to create depth in their work.
