Still Life with Fruit Bowl in a Niche

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"Still Life with Fruit Bowl in a Niche," painted by the eminent Flemish artist Frans Snyders, is a captivating exemplar of still life art from the Baroque period. This painting meticulously depicts a sumptuous array of fruits and objects, conveying not only the material wealth of the time but also the then-burgeoning interest in botanical and zoological knowledge.At the heart of the painting is an ornate golden bowl teeming with clusters of ripe grapes, both green and deep blue, their round forms and translucent skins rendered with a striking fidelity to light and texture. The bowl is situated in a dark, arched niche, which provides a dramatic contrast that highlights the vivid colors and detailed craftsmanship of the composition.Flanking the bowl, vine leaves with their intricate veins and curls add a lush green that interplays with the dusky background. Below, a selection of exquisitely painted peaches and a partially peeled lemon suggest the tangibility and tactile qualities of the fruit, showcasing Snyders’ skill in creating sensory depth in his works.A fine porcelain dish peeks out with its delicate blue patterns, suggesting influences from or exchanges with distant cultures, possibly through trade routes. The dish presents yet another focal point of detail and artistry, adding to the overall narrative of abundance and variety."Still Life with Fruit Bowl in a Niche" invites viewers to ponder not only the richness of the external world but also the mastery with which Snyders captures the essence of each element.

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Frans Snyders or Frans Snijders (11 November 1579, Antwerp – 19 August 1657, Antwerp) was a Flemish painter of animals, hunting scenes, market scenes, and still lifes. He was one of the earliest specialist animaliers and he is credited with initiating a wide variety of new still-life and animal subjects in Antwerp. He was a regular collaborator with leading Antwerp painters such as Peter Paul Rubens, Anthony van Dyck, and Jacob Jordaens.

Giclée quality print

59x80 cm

€35.00