A sliced pumpkin on a silver plate, 'facon-de-venise' glasses on a second silver plate, grapes, peaches and plums in a glass bowl with more grapes
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Christian Berentz's A sliced pumpkin on a silver plate, 'facon-de-venise' glasses on a second silver plate, grapes, peaches and plums in a glass bowl with more grapes 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
Christian Berentz's A Sliced Pumpkin on a Silver Plate, 'Facon-de-Venise' Glasses on a Second Silver Plate, Grapes, Peaches and Plums in a Glass Bowl with More Grapes (late 17th-early 18th century) epitomizes Baroque opulence and Northern European still-life mastery. The composition brims with sensual delight—gleaming silver plates reflect light like liquid mercury, while the split pumpkin reveals its ribbed, sun-kissed interior, a tactile contrast to the delicate facon-de-Venise glassware. Berentz, active in Hamburg and later Rome, bridges Protestant meticulousness with Italian theatricality; each grape’s bloom and peach’s downy skin is rendered with almost scientific precision, yet arranged like a staged banquet. Historically, this work represents the pronkstilleven (ostentatious still-life) tradition, where exotic fruits and luxury objects signaled global trade and wealth. The painting’s tension between perishability and permanence—dewdrops on grapes versus enduring silver—makes it a quintessential vanitas, elevating it beyond decoration to philosophical commentary.
For contemporary spaces, this painting demands strategic placement. Its warm amber pumpkins and blush peaches harmonize with earthy-toned rooms—consider a dining area with walnut furniture or a study with oxblood leather accents. The silver elements invite metallic finishes in décor: mercury-glass vases or brushed-nickel frames would extend its gleam. Given its likely modest size (typical of Dutch still-lifes at 50x70cm), it shines as a focal point above a sideboard or in a niche with directional lighting to mimic its original candlelit glow. Pair it sparingly with monochrome textiles to avoid competing with its rich palette, or surprisingly, juxtapose it with minimalist furnishings for a dialogue between Baroque excess and modern restraint. In offices, it subtly conveys connoisseurship—ideal for creative industries where abundance and precision are virtues.
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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.
