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Flower Still-life with an Alabaster Vase
Gerard van Spaendonck (signed by artist), 1783
Gerard van Spaendonck from Tilburg made his career in Paris, where he rose to become the botanical painter of the king of France, a highly distinguished position. His flower still lifes were considered as the best in his time. Exhibited at the Paris Salon in 1783, this painting was praised for the true-to-life flowers, insects, and objects. The window of the artist’s studio is reflected in the alabaster vase.
- Artwork typepainting
- Object numberSK-A-5052
- Dimensionsheight 80.5 cm x width 64 cm
- Physical characteristicsoil on canvas