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Trompe l'oeil: Letter rack with an hourglass, a razor and scissors, 1664 (oil on canvas)
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Trompe l'oeil: Letter rack with an hourglass, a razor and scissors, 1664 (oil on canvas)
LAF470827 Trompe l'oeil: Letter rack with an hourglass, a razor and scissors, 1664 (oil on canvas) by Gysbrechts, Cornelis Norbertus (1630-1683); 101.9x83.4 cm; Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Ghent, Belgium; © Art in Flanders
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Hour Glass Hourglass Hourglasses Letter Rack Optical Effect Optical Experiment Optical Phenomenon Razor Sand Glass Sandglass Scissors Trompe L Oeil Trompe Loeil Tromple D 0eil Tromple D0eil
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This print showcases the incredible talent of Cornelis Norbertus Gysbrechts, a renowned artist from the 17th century. Titled "Trompe l'oeil: Letter rack with an hourglass, a razor and scissors" this oil on canvas masterpiece is truly a sight to behold. The composition depicts an assortment of objects meticulously arranged on a letter rack. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, making it difficult to distinguish between reality and illusion. An hourglass stands tall, its sand slowly trickling down as time passes by. A razor and scissors lie nearby, their sharp edges contrasting against the softness of the canvas. Gysbrechts masterfully captures the optical effect known as trompe l'oeil, which translates to "deceive the eye" in French. This technique creates an astonishingly lifelike representation that tricks viewers into believing they are looking at real objects rather than painted ones. Displayed at the Museum voor Schone Kunsten in Ghent, Belgium, this artwork serves as a testament to Gysbrechts' skillful craftsmanship and artistic vision. It invites us to marvel at his ability to create such realism through paint alone. As we gaze upon this stunning piece, we are reminded of the power art holds in transporting us beyond our own reality and into worlds where imagination knows no bounds.
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