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Flowers in a Glass Vase, by Rachel Ruysch, oil, 1700

Flowers in a Glass Vase

Rachel Ruysch

1700

oil

canvas

From the collection of Mauritshuis

Dominant colour

Overview

Flowers in a Glass Vase is a 1700 oil by Rachel Ruysch, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Mauritshuis.

Who painted this?
Rachel Ruysch
When & what style?
1700 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
Mauritshuis

About this work

In this painting, a beautiful bouquet of flowers is arranged in a glass vase. The flowers are a mix of red, white, and pink, with green leaves and stems. They are arranged in a loose, organic way, with some of the flowers facing forward and others turned to the side. The vase is clear, allowing the viewer to see the stems and leaves of the flowers. The painting is done in a realistic style, with a lot of attention paid to the details of the flowers and the vase. The colors are muted, with a focus on greens, browns, and tans. The overall effect is one of serenity and calmness. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the work of Rachel Ruysch, a Dutch painter known for her still-life paintings of flowers and fruit.

About the artist

Portrait of Rachel Ruysch
Artist

Rachel Ruysch

Rachel Ruysch (3 June 1664 – 12 October 1750) was a Dutch still-life painter from the Dutch Republic.

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