Contains disturbing content
Traditional Still Lifes
Wildfowl on a Wooden Table
Jacob Biltius
An atmospheric 17th-century still life capturing the rich textures and muted tones of wild game.
Dead Wildfowl
Jacob Biltius
1674 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A masterful 17th-century trompe-l'oeil still life capturing the dramatic textures and shadows of a hunter's catch.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence with softened warm notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Olive green
About the piece
Painted in 1674 by Jacob Biltius, this oil on canvas is a superb example of the Dutch trompe-l'oeil tradition. The artist meticulously renders the soft plumage of the wildfowl and the cold texture of the stone ledge, set against a deep, atmospheric background that creates a striking sense of three-dimensional space within its architectural niche.
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