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Metal Print : Vanitas Still Life, c. 1665 / 1670. Creator: Jan van Kessel
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Vanitas Still Life, c. 1665 / 1670. Creator: Jan van Kessel
Vanitas Still Life, c. 1665/1670
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Media ID 20769239
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16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring timeless beauty into your home with our exquisite Metal Prints featuring Jan van Kessel's Vanitas Still Life, c. 1665/1670. This captivating artwork, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases the Flemish artist's mastery of intricate detail and symbolism. The Vanitas Still Life is a classic representation of the genre, filled with symbolic objects that reflect the transience of life. Our high-quality Metal Prints elevate the image with a vibrant, lustrous finish that adds depth and dimension. Preserve this stunning work of art for generations to come and add a touch of elegance to any room in your home.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases Jan van Kessel's "Vanitas Still Life" a masterpiece created between 1665 and 1670. The Flemish artist, known as Jan van Kessel the Elder, expertly captures the essence of vanitas in this 17th-century oil painting on copper. The image depicts an array of symbolic elements that invite contemplation on the transient nature of life. A delicate convolvulus arvensis, commonly known as field convolvulus or bindweed, gracefully intertwines with vibrant roses and morning glories. These flowers represent beauty and fragility, reminding us of life's ephemeral nature. Hovering above these blooms are enchanting butterflies fluttering around soap bubbles suspended in mid-air. The fragile bubbles symbolize the fleeting passage of time while the butterflies evoke transformation and rebirth. Intriguingly placed amidst this scene is a skull resting upon an hourglass—a powerful reminder of mortality and the inevitability of death. This juxtaposition serves to emphasize the transience and futility of earthly pursuits. Jan van Kessel skillfully employs color and composition to create a visually striking still life that invites viewers to reflect upon deeper philosophical concepts such as vanity, impermanence, and human existence. Displayed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D. C. , this artwork stands as a testament to Van Kessel's mastery in capturing complex themes through his meticulous attention to detail. It serves as both a historical artifact from seventeenth-century Flanders and an
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