[Flowers Arranged in a Glass Vase] 1654 - 1664

"Flowers Arranged in a Glass Vase" is a 17th-century etching by Jean-Baptiste Monnoyer, a prominent French painter of still lifes. This artwork depicts a lavish arrangement of flowers in a glass vase, showcasing the artist's mastery of botanical detail and the use of light and shadow. The intricate rendering of the flowers and the ornate vase create a sense of realism and elegance, characteristic of Monnoyer's style. The etching, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, exemplifies the popularity of flower still lifes during the Baroque period, highlighting the beauty and ephemerality of nature.