Traditional Still Lifes
Allegory of the Month of July
Francisco Barrera
A rich and detailed Spanish Baroque still life celebrating the abundance of the summer harvest.
Allegory of the Month of August
Francisco Barrera
1630 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An abundant Spanish Baroque still life celebrating the harvest of August with rich textures and deep, atmospheric tones.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Dining Room · Study
- Placement
- Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black
About the piece
Painted by Francisco Barrera in 1630, this 'Allegory of the Month of August' is a quintessential example of the Spanish Baroque style. The composition overflows with seasonal bounty, including woven baskets of ripe apples and plums, fresh bread, and hunted game, all rendered with sophisticated chiaroscuro. The work beautifully balances the domestic intimacy of the kitchen with a glimpse of the wide world through a landscape window.
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