The artwork titled “Still Life” was created by the artist Pieter Claesz in 1647. It belongs to the Baroque art movement and falls under the genre of still life. Presently, the artwork is housed at the Budapest Museum of Fine Arts in Budapest, Hungary.
The artwork is meticulously composed, showcasing a classic still life arrangement. The scene features a variety of objects positioned on a draped table. A prominent glass of white wine stands adjacent to a small pewter jug. Positioned in the foreground is a partially sliced loaf of bread accompanied by nuts and fruits, which are rendered with exquisite realism. Further back, a large slice of ham and a knife rest on a plate, showcasing Claesz’s attention to detail and texture. The delicate play of light and shadow enhances the lifelike quality of the objects, evoking a sense of abundance and opulence characteristic of Baroque still life paintings. The entire composition is meticulously balanced, drawing the viewer’s eye across the array of objects with harmonious precision.
