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Still Life with Ham, 1625 (oil on wood)
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Still Life with Ham, 1625 (oil on wood)
8711852 Still Life with Ham, 1625 (oil on wood) by Claesz, Pieter (1597-1660); Nivaagaards Malerisamling, Niva, Denmark; (add.info.: By Pieter Claesz)
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Baroque (art) Bread Dish Dutch Golden Age Herring Knife Meat Tablecloth Tableware
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This stunning still life painting by Pieter Claesz captures the essence of 17th century Dutch Golden Age art with its meticulous attention to detail and masterful use of light and shadow. The composition is rich with symbolism, from the abundance of food on the table to the carefully arranged objects that hint at a narrative beyond what meets the eye.
In this particular piece, titled Still Life with Ham, we see a variety of items meticulously rendered in oil on wood. A large ham takes center stage, surrounded by other delectable treats such as herring, fish, bread, and a jug. The textures are so lifelike that you can almost feel the roughness of the wooden table or imagine the weight of the knife in your hand.
The warm colors and soft lighting create a sense of intimacy and warmth, inviting viewers to step into this scene frozen in time. Each object tells a story – perhaps about a lavish meal prepared for guests or simply an everyday moment captured for eternity.
As you gaze at this exquisite painting from Nivaagaards Malerisamling in Denmark, you can't help but marvel at Claesz's skill as an artist and his ability to transform simple objects into works of art that transcend time and place.
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