Swags of fruit and flowers surrounding a cartouche with a sulphur-crested cockatoo
1647
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1647
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This painting shows a lavish arrangement of fruits and flowers, with a large white cockatoo perched on a branch in the center. The fruits and flowers are depicted in various colors, including red, yellow, green, and orange, and are arranged in a circular pattern around the cartouche. The background is dark, which makes the colors of the fruits and flowers stand out. The painting is full of details, with each fruit and flower carefully rendered. The cockatoo is also depicted in great detail, with its feathers and beak clearly visible. The overall effect is one of abundance and beauty. If you like this painting, you might also enjoy the work of artist 'the other' Jan van Kessel.
