Larder with Game, Fruit, Vegetables and a Servant 1616 - 1617

Frans Snijders' "Larder with Game, Fruit, Vegetables and a Servant" (1616-1617) is a stunning still life that exemplifies the Flemish Baroque style. The painting showcases an abundance of meticulously rendered game, fruit, vegetables, and a servant. The servant is positioned to the left, holding a cloth and a dead wild boar. The centerpiece is a dead deer lying on a table overflowing with a variety of game, from a peacock to a lobster, grapes, and apples. This painting highlights the wealth and status of its owner through the display of such a diverse array of food. The detail and realism of the depiction are remarkable, capturing the texture of fur, feathers, and skin with exceptional precision. This work is a testament to Snijders' mastery of the genre, and his ability to create a composition that is both visually captivating and intellectually stimulating.