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Vase of flowers, 1640 (oil on panel)
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Vase of flowers, 1640 (oil on panel)
5938287 Vase of flowers, 1640 (oil on panel) by Marellus, Jacob (1614-1681); 46.5x36.2 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; © Fitzwilliam Museum
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Cherries Cherry Cricket Dutch Golden Age Flower Arrangement Fruits Glass Vase Grasshopper Liliaceae Lilies Lilium Lily Memento Mori Pink Roses Roses Snails Trays Tulips Vase Of Flowers Vases Oil On Panel
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This 17th-century still life painting, titled "Vase of flowers, 1640" by Jacob Marellus, is a true masterpiece that captures the essence of the Dutch Golden Age. The oil on panel artwork measures 46.5x36.2 cm and is housed in the prestigious Fitzwilliam Museum at the University of Cambridge in the UK. The composition showcases a stunning arrangement of various botanical elements meticulously painted with exquisite detail. A glass vase holds an array of vibrant flowers such as lilies, tulips, and pink roses, symbolizing beauty and transience. Amongst these delicate blooms are cherries and fruits that add a touch of richness to the scene. Marellus's attention to naturalistic accuracy extends beyond flora; he includes insects like snails and grasshoppers crawling amidst the blossoms. This inclusion adds depth to his work while also referencing themes of memento mori – reminding viewers about life's fleeting nature. The artist's skillful brushwork brings every element to life: from each petal delicately illuminated by soft light to intricate textures found on leaves and insects alike. Through this meticulous rendering, Marellus invites us into a world where art meets botany and science intertwines with aesthetics. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Fine Art Finder provided by Bridgeman Images, we are transported back in time to appreciate not only its aesthetic beauty but also its historical significance within both art history and natural history studies.
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