“Still Life with a Ham” is a Baroque still life artwork created by the renowned artist Pieter Claesz in 1642. The artwork portrays a serene arrangement of various objects, meticulously detailed to represent the era’s penchant for still life compositions.
The artwork captures a composition consisting of a ham, partially sliced, set upon a pewter plate. Accompanying it are distinctive objects, including a beautifully crafted flagon and a finely textured glass filled with a dark beverage. A partially broken bread roll lies alongside the ham, with crumbs artistically scattered across the dark surface, offering a contrast that emphasizes the meticulous precision in depicting everyday objects. The lighting in the artwork highlights the textures and shapes, evoking a sense of realism that is characteristic of the Baroque art movement. The overall scene is simple yet rich in detail, showcasing Claesz’s masterful ability to elevate mundane items into subjects of contemplative beauty.
