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Feigned Letter Rack with Writing Implements, c. 1655 (oil on canvas)
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Feigned Letter Rack with Writing Implements, c. 1655 (oil on canvas)
873825 Feigned Letter Rack with Writing Implements, c.1655 (oil on canvas) by Hoogstraten, Samuel van (1627-78); 80.33 x67.95 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; eSan Diego Museum of Art; Gift of Jo Wallace Walker in honour of Burnett Walker; Dutch, out of copyright
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© San Diego Museum of Art Gift of Jo Wallace Walker in honour of Burnett Walker / Bridgeman Images
Feather Feathers Implements Ink Pot Letter Rack Pens Quill Quills Scissors Trompe L Oeil Trompe Loeil Writing Implement
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This oil painting, titled "Feigned Letter Rack with Writing Implements" transports us back to the 17th century, immersing us in a world of elegant correspondence and refined artistry. Created by Dutch artist Samuel van Hoogstraten around 1655, this masterpiece measures 80.33 x 67.95 cm and is currently housed at the San Diego Museum of Art in the USA. The composition depicts an intricately arranged collection of writing tools delicately balanced on a pin board. Feathers transformed into quills rest alongside ink pots and stacks of paper, inviting our imagination to wander through tales yet untold. The trompe l'oeil technique employed by Hoogstraten adds depth and realism to this still life scene, blurring the lines between reality and illusion. Every detail has been meticulously captured - from the sharpness of each pen's tip to the glimmering reflections on polished scissors - showcasing Hoogstraten's mastery as an artist. This artwork not only serves as a visual feast but also offers insight into the importance placed on written communication during this period. Generously gifted by Jo Wallace Walker in honor of Burnett Walker, this painting continues to captivate viewers with its timeless beauty and historical significance. As we gaze upon it today, we are reminded of how even simple objects can hold profound stories waiting to be unveiled through their silent presence in art history.
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