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Stilleven met kabeljauw
Stilleven met kabeljauw is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Willem Roelofs. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
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Technique & Style
Willem Roelofs (II) created the still life Stilleven met kabeljauw in 1896 using oil paint applied to a canvas support. The work measures 34 cm in height and 50 cm in width. As a painting within the still life genre, the piece exemplifies the artist's handling of oil on canvas during the late 19th century.
History & Provenance
Stilleven met kabeljauw was created in 1896 by Willem Roelofs (II), executed in oil paint on canvas. The work measures 34 cm in height by 50 cm in width. It is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, where it is currently located. No further details regarding commission, prior ownership, or chain of custody are documented in the available sources.
Overview
Stilleven met kabeljauw is a still life oil painting by Willem Roelofs, dated to 1898, currently part of the Rijksmuseum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a recently deceased fish (kabeljauw/cod) on a wooden table, accompanied by a lemon slice and a brown pitcher with an protruding feather. The composition focuses on the interplay of natural elements in a state of stillness.
Context
While specific contextual details about the painting's creation are not provided, it reflects late 19th-century still-life traditions, emphasizing the play of light and shadow (chiaroscuro) common in Dutch art.
Legacy
No specific information is provided regarding the painting's impact or legacy beyond its inclusion in the Rijksmuseum's collection, indicating its recognition within Dutch art heritage.
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