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Still life with fish, oysters and shrimps, c. 1620-50 (oil on panel)
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Still life with fish, oysters and shrimps, c. 1620-50 (oil on panel)
3704079 Still life with fish, oysters and shrimps, c.1620-50 (oil on panel) by Peeters, Clara (1594-1659); 25x34.8 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Netherlandish, out of copyright
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This still life painting by Clara Peeters, titled "Still life with fish, oysters and shrimps" transports us back to the Dutch Golden Age. Created between 1620-1650, this oil on panel masterpiece showcases the artist's incredible attention to detail and skill in capturing the beauty of everyday objects. In this composition, Peeters arranges an array of fresh seafood delicacies on a wooden table. The focal point is undoubtedly the assortment of fish, oysters, and shrimps that are meticulously displayed. Each item is rendered with such precision that one can almost smell the ocean breeze wafting through the room. The artist's mastery extends beyond just seafood; she also includes vibrant flowers in a vase as well as various shells scattered across the table. These additional elements add depth and richness to the scene while showcasing Peeters' ability to capture different textures and colors. As we admire this exquisite piece from Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum collection, we are reminded of how still life paintings were not merely representations of objects but rather symbolic reflections of wealth and abundance during this prosperous era in Dutch history. Through her artistry, Clara Peeters invites us into her world where nature's bounty is celebrated with reverence and admiration. This print serves as a timeless reminder of both artistic excellence and historical significance - a true testament to Peeters' talent as well as her contribution to Netherlandish Baroque art.
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