Flower Still-life with an Alabaster Vase

Gerard van Spaendonck (1746-1822), oil on canvas, 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