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Still Life with Tulips, Roses and Carnations in a Wan Li Porcelain Vase with Butterfly and Insects. Creator: Ast, Balthasar, van der (1593/4-1657)
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Still Life with Tulips, Roses and Carnations in a Wan Li Porcelain Vase with Butterfly and Insects. Creator: Ast, Balthasar, van der (1593/4-1657)
Still Life with Tulips, Roses and Carnations in a Wan Li Porcelain Vase with Butterfly and Insects. Private Collection
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Balthasar Barock Bouquet Bunch Of Flowers Roses Tulips Van Der 1593 4 1657
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This exquisite still life painting, titled "Still Life with Tulips, Roses and Carnations in a Wan Li Porcelain Vase with Butterfly and Insects," is a masterpiece by the Dutch Baroque artist Balthasar van der Ast (1593/4-1657). The painting, which is part of a private collection, showcases the artist's exceptional skill in capturing the beauty and delicate intricacies of nature. Van der Ast masterfully arranges a sumptuous bouquet of tulips, roses, and carnations in a magnificent Wan Li porcelain vase. The vase, with its intricate blue and white design, adds an oriental touch to the European still life tradition. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the way he renders the textures of the petals, the veins on the leaves, and the glossy sheen of the porcelain. Butterflies and insects gracefully flit among the flowers, adding a lively and dynamic element to the stillness of the still life. The artist's use of chiaroscuro, or the contrast between light and dark, creates a sense of depth and dimension, drawing the viewer's eye deeper into the painting. The painting is an excellent example of the Baroque period's fascination with the natural world and the art of arranging flowers. Van der Ast's work is known for its meticulous detail and its exploration of the interplay between light and shadow, making this still life a true masterpiece of the genre.
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