Peacock and peahen on a perch, turkeys, a pheasant and poultry by a well (1652)

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Description: Adriaen van Utrecht's dynamic painting, "Peacock and Peahen on a Perch, Turkeys, a Pheasant, and Poultry by a Well," masterfully presents a pastoral symphony of domestic and exotic birds interacting in a serene, natural setting. Created in 1652, this artwork shines as a brilliant example of golden age still life and animal genre painting.In this lively scene, the focal centerpiece is undoubtedly the majestic peacock perched elegantly on a wooden structure, with its spectacular tail feathers cascading downward—each eye spot shimmering like a jewel. Beside it, a more modestly feathered peahen adds a subtle contrast to the peacock's flamboyance. Below them, an array of other birds, including proud turkeys with their distinctive red wattles, enchanting white and speckled ducks, and a lone pheasant adorned with rich, russet plumage, make up a rich tapestry of avian life.The setting is imbued with a quiet dignity; to the right, an old well and bucket silently tell stories of daily rural chores, while the surrounding lush greenery and distant horizon evoke a sense of peace and timelessness. The artist’s meticulous attention to detail does not just showcase his skill, but also a keen observation of nature and animal behavior, making this painting not only a visual treat but also a study of 17th-century life and environment.

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Adriaen van Utrecht (Antwerp, 12 January 1599 – 1652) was a Flemish painter known mainly for his sumptuous banquet still lifes, game and fruit still lifes, fruit garlands, market and kitchen scenes and depictions of live poultry in farmyards. His paintings, especially the hunting and game pieces, show the influence of Frans Snyders. The two artists are considered the main inventors of the genre of the pronkstillevens, i.e. still lifes that emphasized abundance by depicting a diversity of objects, fruits, flowers and dead game, often together with living people and animals.[1] Van Utrecht also painted a number of flower still lifes. He was a regular collaborator with leading Antwerp painters who had been pupils or assistants of Peter Paul Rubens, such as Jacob Jordaens, David Teniers the Younger, Erasmus Quellinus II, Gerard Seghers, Theodoor Rombouts, Abraham van Diepenbeeck and Thomas Willeboirts Bosschaert.