Still life with Implements of War
1635
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From the collection of Rijksmuseum
1635
unspecified
From the collection of Rijksmuseum
You see a pile of old armor, a skull with an arrow stuck in it, a rose, playing cards, and a helmet with feathers on a table. A mirror on the wall shows a man’s face. This painting mixes war gear with everyday things like flowers and cards. The skull and arrow feel like a warning—maybe about how short life is. The mirror adds mystery: who’s watching? To see more quiet scenes like this, visit the Rijksmuseum.
