A Hare, Partridges, and Fruit

Jan Fyt

Created:
Movement:
1661
Baroque
key Notes:
Baroque still life, hunting tableau
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Dimensions:
37 1/2 x 43 1/2 in. (95.3 x 110.5 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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A Hare, Partridges, and Fruit by Jan Fyt

Jan Fyt (1611–1661) was a prominent Flemish Baroque painter known for his detailed still lifes and animal paintings. His work, A Hare, Partridges, and Fruit, created in 1661 using oil on canvas, exemplifies his mastery in depicting textures and naturalistic details. Fyt's ability to capture the lifelike qualities of animals and objects contributed significantly to the genre of still life painting in the 17th century. This painting reflects the Baroque fascination with the natural world and the interplay of light and shadow. Fyt's compositions often included game and hunting scenes, which were popular among the affluent patrons of his time. His works are noted for their dynamic compositions and the meticulous rendering of fur and feathers, which influenced subsequent generations of still life artists.

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A Hare, Partridges, and Fruit by Jan Fyt (1661)

This oil on canvas painting by Jan Fyt, created in 1661, exemplifies the Baroque style with its detailed depiction of game and fruit, showcasing the artist's mastery in rendering textures and naturalistic forms. The composition reflects the 17th-century Flemish tradition of still life, emphasizing abundance and the transience of life.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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A Hare, Partridges, and Fruit