Bodegón 1611

Clara Peeters’ *Bodegón* (1611) is a masterful example of a 17th-century Dutch still life, also known as a *bodegon*. This artwork features an abundance of game, including a duck, a pheasant, a partridge, and several smaller birds, all meticulously rendered with exquisite detail. The composition is arranged on a tabletop, creating a sense of depth and realism. The inclusion of a hawk perched above the basket of birds adds a symbolic element, representing the cycle of life and death. Peeters, a pioneer among female artists, used her skills to create a captivating portrayal of the fleeting beauty of nature.