1650 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A masterful Baroque allegory exploring the fleeting nature of life through the juxtaposition of youth and mortality.
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A substantial, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — brings a composed sense of weight.
About the piece
Painted around 1650 by Flemish master Erasmus Quellinus II, this compelling allegory features a luminous putto surrounded by classic vanitas motifs. The dramatic contrast between the soft, living figure and the stark symbols of transience—a human skull, fading flowers, and a smoldering wick—exemplifies the philosophical depth and technical brilliance of the Baroque era.
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1650 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A masterful Baroque allegory exploring the fleeting nature of life through the juxtaposition of youth and mortality.
$129
For the selected configuration
From $129
1 frame size
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — brings a composed sense of weight.