Traditional Still Lifes
Bouquet of Flowers in a Terracotta Vase with Peaches and Grapes
Anne Vallayer-Coster
A lush 18th-century floral arrangement in a classical terracotta vase, set against a deep, moody background.
18th Century
Rococo elegance, neoclassical restraint, and refined portraiture with decorative ease.
Portraits, landscapes, and decorative works from the 1700s bring refinement, softness, and a sense of grace.
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Plum Blossoms
Wang Shishen
This 1735 ink-on-paper painting by Wang Shishen captures the resilient beauty of winter plum blossoms through masterful calligraphic brushwork.
Traditional Still Lifes
Flower Still Life
Jan van Huysum
A masterful 18th-century Dutch still life featuring delicate blossoms and resting butterflies in warm, golden light.
Traditional Still Lifes
Fruit Still Life with Hazelnuts
Jan van Huysum
A meticulously detailed 18th-century gouache featuring a vibrant harvest of summer fruits and nuts.