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Vase with flowers, by Paul Theodor van Brussel, oil, 1761

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Overview

Vase with flowers is a 1761 oil by Paul Theodor van Brussel, a Rococo painting work, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.

Who painted this?
Paul Theodor van Brussel
When & what style?
1761 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

This painting shows a large bouquet of flowers in a vase. The flowers are different colors and shapes, and they are arranged in a way that makes them look like they are moving. The background of the painting is dark, which makes the flowers stand out. The flowers are painted in a very detailed way, with each petal and leaf shown clearly. The vase is also painted in a lot of detail, with intricate designs on it. The overall effect of the painting is one of beauty and elegance. The artist who painted this, Paul Theodor van Brussel, was known for his skill with oil paint.

About the artist

Artist

Paul Theodor van Brussel

Paul Theodor van Brussel (1754–1795) was a Dutch flower painter. He was born at Zuid-Polsbroek, near Schoonhoven, in 1754. He was a scholar of Jean Augustin and of Hendrik Meyer of Haarlem. He was first employed in the…

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