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A tulip, a carnation, spray of forget-me-nots, with a shell, a lizard and a grasshopper
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A tulip, a carnation, spray of forget-me-nots, with a shell, a lizard and a grasshopper
2837566 A tulip, a carnation, spray of forget-me-nots, with a shell, a lizard and a grasshopper, on a ledge, a dragonfly in flight (oil on panel) by Ast, Balthasar van der (c.1593-1657); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23303694
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Carnation Carnations Dragonfly Forget Me Nots Grasshopper Ledge Lizard Pink Seashell Shell Tulip Tulips Yellow
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This still life painting by Balthasar van der Ast showcases the artist's incredible attention to detail and mastery of composition. In this piece, we are presented with a delightful arrangement of nature's wonders on a ledge. At the center of the composition stands a vibrant tulip, its petals gracefully unfurling in shades of pink and yellow. Beside it, a carnation adds another splash of color with its delicate petals in various hues. A spray of forget-me-nots completes the floral ensemble, their tiny blue blossoms adding a touch of whimsy. But it is not just flowers that capture our attention in this artwork. Resting beside them is an intricately patterned seashell, its spiral shape contrasting beautifully against the softness of the blooms. Perched nearby is a lizard, frozen mid-movement as if caught in time by the artist's brushstroke. And above them all hovers a dragonfly, its iridescent wings shimmering as it flits through space. Van der Ast has created an enchanting scene that invites us to marvel at both nature's beauty and his own artistic skill. Through his meticulous rendering and careful placement of each element, he transforms these ordinary objects into extraordinary subjects worthy of admiration. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate every intricate detail captured within this baroque masterpiece – from the textures and colors to the lifelike presence exuded by each subject. It serves as a testament to van der Ast's talent and enduring
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