Dead Partridge Hanging from a Nail by Jan Baptist Weenix. A dead partridge is suspended by a string tied to its leg from a single nail against a light, neutral-toned wall.

Dead Partridge Hanging from a Nail

Jan Baptist Weenix

1651 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A masterful 17th-century trompe-l'oeil still life by Jan Baptist Weenix, showcasing incredible tactile detail in the plumage and shadows.

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Where it works

A balanced artwork with steady presence in a warmer tonal register — asks little of the space around it.

Often works in
Dining Room · Study · Kitchen
Placement
Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
Walls
Benefits from a distinct wall tone
Color notes
Soft cream, Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Created in 1651 by the Dutch Golden Age master Jan Baptist Weenix, this painting is a superb example of trompe-l'oeil still life. The artist's focus is on the incredible variety of textures—from the soft, downy feathers of the bird's breast to the sharp, rigid quills of its wings—set against a minimalist background that emphasizes the work's three-dimensional realism.

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