Still Life with Fruit 1668

Johannes Hannot's "Still Life with Fruit" from 1668 is a classic example of Dutch still life painting. The painting showcases a variety of fruits, including grapes, peaches, cherries, and a lemon, arranged on a table draped with a blue cloth. Hannot's meticulous detail and skillful use of light and shadow create a sense of realism and abundance, highlighting the beauty and transience of nature's bounty. The work's composition, with the fruit spilling over the edges of the table, further emphasizes this theme. This painting, typical of the Dutch Golden Age, exemplifies the genre's focus on the everyday, emphasizing the beauty and detail of simple objects.