Still Life: A Banqueting Scene 1640 - 1641

Jan Davidsz de Heem's "Still Life: A Banqueting Scene" (1640-1641) is a quintessential example of the Dutch Golden Age still life. The painting displays a lavish array of objects, including a silver pitcher, a golden goblet, a basket of fruit, and a prominent lobster, all arranged on a draped table. The masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism, highlighting the textures and surfaces of each object. This meticulously crafted still life showcases the artistic virtuosity and opulence associated with Dutch still-life painting during this period.