Artwork
Rebhühner und Jagdgerät
Rebhühner und Jagdgerät is an unspecified painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Willem van Aelst. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Rebhühner und Jagdgerät is a still-life painting created by Dutch artist Willem van Aelst around 1650. It is part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts two dead partridges suspended from a wooden pole, surrounded by hunting gear and scattered feathers. The arrangement conveys a sense of stillness and calm, despite the lifeless subject matter.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realistic style, the work showcases the artist's attention to detail and use of color to create depth and texture.
Artist & collection
Artist
Willem van Aelst (16 May 1627 – buried 22 May 1683) was a Dutch Golden Age artist who specialized in still-life painting with flowers or game.
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