Still Life 1610

Fede Galizia's "Still Life" (1610) showcases the artist's expertise in capturing the delicate details of fruit. The painting features a selection of peaches and quinces arranged in a glass bowl, with a single blossom from a flowering branch adding a touch of natural beauty. The arrangement is meticulously rendered, with highlights and shadows creating a sense of depth and realism, capturing the subtle textural differences between the smooth fruit and the rough surface of the leaves. This work exemplifies the 17th-century Italian still life genre, often used to explore themes of mortality and the fleeting nature of beauty.