Traditional Still Lifes
Flowers in a Wan-Li Vase, with Shells
Balthasar van der Ast
An exquisite 17th-century Dutch floral still life capturing a vibrant bouquet and delicate shells with remarkable precision.
Flowers in a Vase with Shells and Insects
Balthasar van der Ast
1630 · Oil Paint, Panel
A masterful 17th-century Dutch still life featuring a lush floral arrangement with intricate insects and exotic shells.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with softened warm notes — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft gray
About the piece
Created around 1630 by Balthasar van der Ast, this oil on panel painting is a quintessential example of Dutch Golden Age still life. It captures a diverse array of blooms, including striped tulips and a blue iris, paired with meticulously rendered shells and small creatures like a grasshopper and a butterfly, symbolizing the beauty and transience of nature.
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