Still-life: Dead Game
1689
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1689
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This painting depicts a still life of dead game, including a large bird and a dog. The scene is set in a dimly lit room with a stone floor and a dark background. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and volume in the painting. The lighting is dramatic, with strong contrasts between light and dark. The painting is a beautiful example of 17th-century Dutch still-life painting. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique.
