Still Life Art Prints - Page 9
Still life is a genre of art that focuses on depicting inanimate objects, such as flowers, fruit, and household items, arranged in a composition. The term "still life" comes from the Dutch word stilleven, which literally means "still life."
The history of still life painting can be traced back to ancient Egypt and Greece, where artists painted images of food, flowers, and everyday objects on tomb walls and in mosaics. However, it was during the Renaissance in Europe that still life painting began to gain popularity as a separate genre.
In the early stages of still life painting, objects were often arranged in a symbolic way to convey a deeper meaning or message. For example, a skull might represent the transience of life, while a book might symbolize knowledge or learning. These symbolic elements were often paired with flowers, fruits, and other objects to create complex and multi-layered compositions.
During the 17th century, still life painting reached its peak in the Netherlands, where artists like Jan Davidsz de Heem, Willem Claesz Heda, and Rachel Ruysch created highly realistic and detailed works. Dutch still life paintings often featured objects arranged on a table or shelf, with the play of light and shadow creating a sense of depth and texture.
In the 18th and 19th centuries, still life painting continued to evolve, with artists incorporating more varied and exotic objects into their compositions. For example, in the Rococo period, artists like Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin and Jean-Étienne Liotard began to include porcelain figurines, fine china, and other luxury objects in their still life paintings.
In the modern era, still life painting has continued to be a popular genre among artists, with many famous artists creating notable still life pieces. For example, Paul Cézanne's still life paintings were groundbreaking in their use of color and composition, while Georgia O'Keeffe's still life paintings of flowers were renowned for their close-up, almost abstracted perspective. Andy Warhol's iconic pop art still life pieces, such as his Campbell's Soup Cans, continue to be celebrated for their boldness and pop culture commentary.
Overall, still life painting has a rich and varied history, and continues to be a popular genre among artists today.
The history of still life painting can be traced back to ancient Egypt and Greece, where artists painted images of food, flowers, and everyday objects on tomb walls and in mosaics. However, it was during the Renaissance in Europe that still life painting began to gain popularity as a separate genre.
In the early stages of still life painting, objects were often arranged in a symbolic way to convey a deeper meaning or message. For example, a skull might represent the transience of life, while a book might symbolize knowledge or learning. These symbolic elements were often paired with flowers, fruits, and other objects to create complex and multi-layered compositions.
During the 17th century, still life painting reached its peak in the Netherlands, where artists like Jan Davidsz de Heem, Willem Claesz Heda, and Rachel Ruysch created highly realistic and detailed works. Dutch still life paintings often featured objects arranged on a table or shelf, with the play of light and shadow creating a sense of depth and texture.
In the 18th and 19th centuries, still life painting continued to evolve, with artists incorporating more varied and exotic objects into their compositions. For example, in the Rococo period, artists like Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin and Jean-Étienne Liotard began to include porcelain figurines, fine china, and other luxury objects in their still life paintings.
In the modern era, still life painting has continued to be a popular genre among artists, with many famous artists creating notable still life pieces. For example, Paul Cézanne's still life paintings were groundbreaking in their use of color and composition, while Georgia O'Keeffe's still life paintings of flowers were renowned for their close-up, almost abstracted perspective. Andy Warhol's iconic pop art still life pieces, such as his Campbell's Soup Cans, continue to be celebrated for their boldness and pop culture commentary.
Overall, still life painting has a rich and varied history, and continues to be a popular genre among artists today.
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SKU: 17842-HUL
Original Size:43.8 x 59.7 cm
Private Collection
Original Size:43.8 x 59.7 cm
Private Collection
SKU: 17841-HUL
Original Size:35 x 28.4 cm
Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery The Hague Netherlands
Original Size:35 x 28.4 cm
Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery The Hague Netherlands
Still Life with Raisins, Apricots and Plums in a ... 1620s
Jacob van HulsdonckGiclée Canvas Print
$49.27
$49.27
SKU: 17840-HUL
Original Size:28 x 36 cm
Private Collection
Original Size:28 x 36 cm
Private Collection
SKU: 17839-HUL
Original Size:53 x 40.4 cm
Private Collection
Original Size:53 x 40.4 cm
Private Collection
SKU: 17838-HUL
Original Size:49.3 x 64.5 cm
Rijksmuseum Twenthe Enschede Netherlands
Original Size:49.3 x 64.5 cm
Rijksmuseum Twenthe Enschede Netherlands
SKU: 17837-HUL
Original Size:55 x 41 cm
Museum Bredius Den Haag Netherlands
Original Size:55 x 41 cm
Museum Bredius Den Haag Netherlands
Wild Strawberries and a Carnation in a Wan-Li Bowl c.1620
Jacob van HulsdonckGiclée Canvas Print
$49.27
$49.27
SKU: 17836-HUL
Original Size:28.3 x 36.2 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:28.3 x 36.2 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Still Life with Lemons, Oranges, and a Pomegranate c.1620/40
Jacob van HulsdonckGiclée Canvas Print
$51.31
$51.31
SKU: 17835-HUL
Original Size:42 x 49.5 cm
J. Paul Getty Museum Los Angeles USA
Original Size:42 x 49.5 cm
J. Paul Getty Museum Los Angeles USA
SKU: 17817-RED
Original Size:73 x 54.6 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:73 x 54.6 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17792-SFR
Original Size:149.2 x 151.8 cm
Detroit Institute of Arts Michigan USA
Original Size:149.2 x 151.8 cm
Detroit Institute of Arts Michigan USA
SKU: 17783-GAP
Original Size:59.7 x 73 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:59.7 x 73 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17770-RRY
Original Size:83.8 x 67 cm
Detroit Institute of Arts Michigan USA
Original Size:83.8 x 67 cm
Detroit Institute of Arts Michigan USA
SKU: 17732-CEZ
Original Size:20 x 25.7 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:20 x 25.7 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17731-CEZ
Original Size:101 x 81.9 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:101 x 81.9 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Still Life with Oranges, Jars, and Boxes of Sweets c.1760/65
Luis Egidio MelendezGiclée Canvas Print
$49.27
$49.27
SKU: 17698-MLE
Original Size:48.3 x 35.2 cm
Kimbell Art Museum Fort Worth USA
Original Size:48.3 x 35.2 cm
Kimbell Art Museum Fort Worth USA
SKU: 17694-VCA
Original Size:49.5 x 61 cm
Kimbell Art Museum Fort Worth USA
Original Size:49.5 x 61 cm
Kimbell Art Museum Fort Worth USA
Still Life with Dahlias, Zinnias, Hollyhocks and Plums c.1835
Eugene DelacroixGiclée Canvas Print
$62.59
$62.59
SKU: 17627-DEX
Original Size:55 x 65.5 cm
Minneapolis Institute of Arts Minnesota USA
Original Size:55 x 65.5 cm
Minneapolis Institute of Arts Minnesota USA
SKU: 17608-HEC
Original Size:37 x 27 cm
Minneapolis Institute of Arts Minnesota USA
Original Size:37 x 27 cm
Minneapolis Institute of Arts Minnesota USA
The Attributes of the Arts and the Rewards Which ... 1766
Jean-Baptiste-Simeon ChardinGiclée Canvas Print
$58.11
$58.11
SKU: 17601-CHJ
Original Size:113 x 145.4 cm
Minneapolis Institute of Arts Minnesota USA
Original Size:113 x 145.4 cm
Minneapolis Institute of Arts Minnesota USA
SKU: 17600-OSG
Original Size:52.7 x 40.3 cm
Minneapolis Institute of Arts Minnesota USA
Original Size:52.7 x 40.3 cm
Minneapolis Institute of Arts Minnesota USA
SKU: 17581-LHF
Original Size:36.7 x 53.3 cm
The Clark Art Institute Massachusetts USA
Original Size:36.7 x 53.3 cm
The Clark Art Institute Massachusetts USA
SKU: 17580-LHF
Original Size:27.3 x 36.4 cm
The Clark Art Institute Massachusetts USA
Original Size:27.3 x 36.4 cm
The Clark Art Institute Massachusetts USA
SKU: 17555-WKA
Original Size:111 x 84 cm
Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum Madrid Spain
Original Size:111 x 84 cm
Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum Madrid Spain
SKU: 17554-WKA
Original Size:64 x 56 cm
Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum Madrid Spain
Original Size:64 x 56 cm
Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum Madrid Spain