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Trompe-l’oeil: Letter Rack with a Pocket Violin and a Pistol
Cornelis Norbertus Gijsbrechts
A sophisticated 17th-century trompe-l'oeil arrangement of personal items and letters behind a draped green curtain.
Trompe l'Oeil with Breakfast Piece and Goblets
Cornelis Norbertus Gijsbrechts
1672 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A masterful 17th-century trompe l'oeil still life showcasing a vibrant lobster and ornate silverware beneath a dramatic silk curtain.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Study · Kitchen
- Placement
- Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Soft gray
About the piece
Painted in 1672 by Cornelis Norbertus Gijsbrechts, this work is a superb example of trompe l'oeil art. The composition captures a 'breakfast piece' featuring a striking red lobster, elaborate silver goblets, and fresh fruit resting on a lushly patterned table rug. The inclusion of a realistically rendered silk curtain, seemingly pulled back to reveal the scene, adds a layer of theatrical depth and illusion characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age.
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