Flowers in a Blue Vase 18th century

Willem van Leen's "Flowers in a Blue Vase," painted in the 18th century, is a classic still life depicting an arrangement of colorful flowers in a blue urn with peaches and grapes resting on a ledge below. The artist's meticulous detail brings to life the delicate beauty of nature, while the inclusion of fruit adds a touch of symbolism to the composition. The artwork, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a testament to the Dutch tradition of still life painting, which flourished in the 17th and 18th centuries.