Still Life with Fruit 1700 - 1749

Jan van Huysum's "Still Life with Fruit" (1700-1749) is a prime example of Dutch Golden Age still life painting. The meticulously rendered fruits and flowers, including grapes, peaches, plums, and a halved pomegranate, are arranged on a stone ledge with a background of rich brown. The presence of insects, like butterflies, adds a sense of realism and naturalism to the composition, reflecting the Dutch fascination with the detailed observation of nature. This artwork showcases Huysum's mastery of oil on canvas, capturing the textures and hues of the depicted objects with remarkable precision.