Subject

Oyster

Banquet Piece with Mince Pie — Willem Claesz Heda

Oyster is a subject in art. The gallery holds 42 works in this subject in art, including works by Édouard Manet, Pieter Claesz and Jan Davidsz. de Heem.

Oyster is the common name for a number of different families of salt-water bivalve molluscs that live in marine or brackish habitats. In some species, the valves are highly calcified, and many are somewhat irregular in shape.

Key artists

Works

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Frequently asked questions

What is Oyster?

Oyster is the common name for a number of different families of salt-water bivalve molluscs that live in marine or brackish habitats.

How many Oyster works does Artifact World Gallery have?

Artifact World Gallery holds 42 public-domain Oyster works, all free to view and download.

Who are the key Oyster artists?

Key Oyster artists in the collection include Édouard Manet, Pieter Claesz and Jan Davidsz. de Heem.

Where can I see Oyster works?

Oyster works in the collection are held by Rijksmuseum, Ashmolean Museum and National Gallery of Art.