Game and Fruit 1690 - 1721

"Game and Fruit" is a 17th-century still life painting by Dutch artist Dirk Valkenburg. The artwork depicts a variety of game, including a deer, a pheasant, and a goose, alongside a bountiful selection of fruit, emphasizing the abundance of nature. Valkenburg's attention to detail and skillful rendering of textures make the objects appear incredibly lifelike, contributing to the overall realism of the composition. "Game and Fruit" is a prime example of the Dutch Golden Age tradition of still life paintings, which often explored themes of mortality and the transience of life.