Still Life with Dead Birds (1720–1730)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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"Still Life with Dead Birds," painted by Philipp Ferdinand de Hamilton between 1720 and 1730, presents a captivating yet somber scene associated with hunting still-lifes, a popular genre during this period. The artwork features several birds, likely game, portrayed post-mortem amidst a wooded landscape. The painter's skillful use of chiaroscuro, where light and shadow dramatically interact, emphasizes the textural details and naturalistic colors of the birds' feathers.In this composition, Hamilton preserves a moment of quiet aftermath, with the birds displayed in various states of repose. The spread of wings and the arrangement of the bodies convey a sense of fallen flight and the abruptness of death. The background, a muted tapestry of greens and browns, suggests the dense, serene environment from which these creatures were once alive and active.This painting not only reflects the skills of a hunter but also serves as a reminder of the fragile delineation between life and stillness in nature.
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Philipp Ferdinand de Hamilton, was an 18th-century painter from the Southern Netherlands active in Austria.
He was born in Brussels as the son of the Scottish painter James de Hamilton, who taught him to paint. From 1705 to 1750 he was court painter in Vienna, and he is known for hunting scenes like his brother Johann Georg. He died in Vienna.