Game and Fruit by Dirk Valkenburg. A large-scale hunting still life featuring an array of game including a gazelle, pheasant, and smaller birds alongside a spaniel, a rifle, and various fruits against a dark, architectural backdrop.

Game and Fruit

Dirk Valkenburg

1705 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An atmospheric 18th-century hunting still life capturing the rich textures of game and fruit in a dramatic, low-light setting.

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Dining Room · Library · Study
Placement
Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Soft gray

About the piece

Painted in 1705 by Dirk Valkenburg, this masterfully executed hunting still life showcases a profusion of textures and tones. The composition gathers hunted game, including a gazelle and a pheasant, alongside a watchful hunting dog and a collection of ripe fruit, all set against a somber, architectural landscape characteristic of the period's grand manner.

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