





Still Life with a Basket of Fruit
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Balthasar Van Der Ast's Still Life with a Basket of Fruit into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Balthasar Van Der Ast’s Still Life with a Basket of Fruit (c. 1620–1622) is a luminous celebration of nature’s bounty, capturing the Dutch Golden Age’s fascination with precision and symbolism. The painting dazzles with a woven basket overflowing with ripe grapes, peaches, and plums, alongside delicate shells and insects—each detail rendered with almost scientific clarity. Van Der Ast, a master of still life, imbues the scene with quiet grandeur, where the play of light on textured surfaces and the contrast between organic fragility and geometric patterning create a sense of timeless harmony. As a pioneer of the genre, his work bridges Northern European naturalism and emerging Baroque sensibilities, influencing later artists like Jan Davidsz de Heem. This piece is not merely decorative; it reflects 17th-century Dutch values of prosperity, transience (vanitas), and the wonders of the natural world, securing its place as a cornerstone of still-life art history.
For contemporary spaces, Still Life with a Basket of Fruit offers versatile charm. Its warm, earthy tones—ochre, russet, and deep greens—make it ideal for dining rooms or studies, where it could inspire warmth alongside wooden furniture or muted walls. A medium-sized reproduction (approx. 24"x30") would anchor a gallery wall or serve as a focal point above a console table, subtly echoed by terracotta vases or woven textiles. In offices, its balanced composition fosters calm concentration; pair it with minimalist shelving to avoid visual clutter. For maximalist interiors, amplify its botanical motifs with lush houseplants or shell collections. Van Der Ast’s masterpiece thrives in spaces that honor both refinement and natural beauty, bridging history and modern elegance.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.