Fruitstilleven
Herman Henstenburgh
1677 - 1726
Medium
parchment (animal material)
Dimensions
338; 420
About this artwork
height 420 mm x width 338 mm
Art Historical Context
**Fruitstilleven Herman Henstenburgh** Step into the lush world of Herman Henstenburgh's *Fruitstilleven*, captivating fruit still life created during the artist's active years from 1677 to 1726. Henstenburgh, a Dutch of the late Baroque period, specialized in intricate natural studies that extended the Golden Age tradition of still life painting. This work exemplifies the era's fascination with abundance, vibrant fruits symbolized both earthly plenty and the fleeting nature of life—a subtle nod to vanitas themes popular in the Netherlands. Rendered on parchment, a delicate animal skin mediu...