Vanitas. Still Life 1630

Pieter Claesz's "Vanitas. Still Life" from 1630 exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age genre of vanitas paintings. The artwork features a skull, a human bone, a quill pen, books, a glass, and a pocket watch, all symbols of the transience of life and the inevitability of death. The meticulous detail and realistic portrayal of the objects create a powerful reminder of mortality, emphasizing the fleeting nature of earthly possessions.