Flower Still-life with an Alabaster Vase — Gerard van Spaendonck

Gerard van Spaendonck. Painted 1783.

Gerard van Spaendonck from Tilburg made his career in Paris, where he rose to become the botanical painter of the king of France, a highly distinguished position. His flower still lifes were considered as the best in his time. Exhibited at the Paris Salon in 1783, this painting was praised for the true-to-life flowers, insects, and objects. The window of the artist’s studio is reflected in the alabaster vase.

From the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Currently on display in 18th Century, Painting, Main building.

oil paint (paint), canvas · Original size: 64 × 80.5 cm · Purchased with the support of the BankGiro Lottery

Print: 64 × 80.5 cm, printed on Hahnemühle FineArt archival cotton paper. Museum-grade reproduction quality, true to the colours and detail of the original work.

Frame (optional): a custom-made wooden frame in a matte black finish, cut to the exact dimensions of this print, with an off-white passe-partout mat and protective glazing. Ready to hang.

Source: https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/200730058. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.