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Framed Print : Vanitas Still Life, 1665. Creator: Cornelis Brise
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Vanitas Still Life, 1665. Creator: Cornelis Brise
Vanitas Still Life, 1665
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14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Bring timeless beauty into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating Vanitas Still Life, painted by Cornelis Brise in 1665, showcases the intricate details and masterful brushwork of this Dutch master. The Vanitas Still Life genre represents the transience of life and the inevitability of death, making this piece a thought-provoking addition to any room. With its rich colors and intricate details, this Framed Print is a true work of art that will add character and depth to your decor. Order now and let the art of the past inspire your present.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.1cm x 24.4cm (7.9" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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a captivating oil painting created by Cornelis Brise in 1665, invites viewers to ponder the transient nature of life through its intricate and thought-provoking composition. This masterpiece, a prime example of Dutch Baroque art from the Golden Age, is currently housed in the esteemed Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The painting's title, "Vanitas," is derived from the Latin word for "emptiness" or "vanity." Brise skillfully employs a rich color palette and meticulous attention to detail to convey the fleeting nature of earthly possessions and pleasures. The painting's central focus is a grand arched doorway, beyond which lies a dark and ominous void, symbolizing the unknown and uncertain future. The still life arrangement itself is a veritable cornucopia of 17th-century Dutch culture. A sideboard laden with an array of delicacies, a bagpipe, a musical score, and an open book, all suggest the pleasures of the senses and the pursuit of knowledge. However, these earthly delights are juxtaposed with symbols of mortality, such as a skull, a broken hourglass, and a withered rose. The painting's foreground is dominated by a suit of armor, a reminder of the futility of worldly power and protection. The armor's reflection in the polished surface of a wooden table adds depth and dimension to the composition. The painting's intricate details, from the folds of the tablecloth to the delicate patterns on the armor, are a testament to Brise's mastery of the oil painting technique. "Vanitas Still Life" is a poignant reminder of the impermanence of life and the importance of contemplating the deeper meaning behind material possessions and worldly pursuits. This stunning work of art continues to captivate and inspire viewers more than three centuries after it was created.
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