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Still Life with Cheese, c.1615. Creator: Floris Claesz van Dijck
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Still Life with Cheese, c.1615. Creator: Floris Claesz van Dijck
Still Life with Cheese, c.1615. Food is arranged here on a costly damask tablecloth: fruit, bread, cheese. In the 17th century, this kind of painting was known as a breakfast'. Vivid colours contrast with each other. Each item is carefully placed. And by viewing the table from a high angle, Van Dijck ensured that no object was obscured. This increases the sense of recession in the painting
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Atmosphere Atmospheric Black Grape Bowl Bowl Of Fruit Breakfast Cheese Cloth Damask Fruit Bowl Grape Grapes Green Grape Material Meal Mealtime Nuts Olive Olives Table Top Tablecloth Tabletop Dutch Golden Age Golden Age
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Floris Claesz van Dijck's Still Life with Cheese, painted around 1615, presents a rich and inviting tableau of 17th century Dutch abundance. The artist meticulously arranges an array of foodstuffs on a costly damask tablecloth: a black grape, a bowl of fruit, a loaf of bread, and a generous wheel of cheese. This type of painting was commonly referred to as a 'breakfast piece,' reflecting the opulence and indulgence of the era. Van Dijck's use of vivid colors creates a striking contrast between the various elements, each item carefully placed to maximize visual impact. The artist's mastery of perspective is evident as he views the table from a high angle, ensuring that no object is obscured. This technique increases the sense of recession in the painting, drawing the viewer's eye deeper into the composition. The table is laden with an abundance of textures and materials: the smooth, glossy surface of the oil on panel, the roughness of the tabletop and the damask fabric, and the varied textures of the fruits and nuts. The still life genre reached new heights during the Dutch Golden Age, with artists like Van Dijck capturing the essence of the material world with remarkable detail and precision. This painting is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Netherlands during the 17th century, and a reminder of the simple pleasures and indulgences of the past. The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam is home to this masterpiece, which continues to captivate and inspire viewers with its timeless beauty.
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