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Peaches, nuts, a plum and a fly, 1818-1853. Creator: Elisabeth Geertruida van de Kasteele
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Peaches, nuts, a plum and a fly, 1818-1853. Creator: Elisabeth Geertruida van de Kasteele
Peaches, nuts, a plum and a fly, 1818-1853
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Cream Background Insect Insects Nuts Peach Peaches Plum Ripe Watercolor Paint
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This 19th century artwork, titled "Peaches, Nuts, a Plum, and a Fly," is a pencil and watercolor drawing created by the Dutch artist Elisabeth Geertruida van de Kasteele between 1818 and 1853. The image showcases a rich still life composition, featuring a ripe peach, a handful of nuts, and a plum, artfully arranged against a pristine cream background. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the textured surface of the fruits and the intricate veining of the nuts. A curious fly, with its wings spread wide, adds an unexpected element to the tranquil scene. The fly's presence not only adds a sense of liveliness to the composition but also highlights the transient nature of life and the passage of time. This intriguing juxtaposition between the stillness of the fruit and the fly's movement is a testament to van de Kasteele's skillful observation and mastery of her medium. This exquisite drawing is a prime example of the Low Country tradition in Dutch art, which emphasized the importance of naturalistic representation and the use of everyday objects as subjects. The image, with its warm color palette and intricate details, invites the viewer to take a closer look and appreciate the beauty and complexity of the natural world. This precious artwork is a treasure of European heritage art and can be found in the esteemed collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
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