Still Life With Lobster And Fruits
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jan Davidsz De Heem's Still Life With Lobster And Fruits 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
Jan Davidsz de Heem's Still Life with Lobster and Fruits (c. 1640–50) is a Baroque masterpiece that epitomizes the Dutch Golden Age’s fascination with opulence and symbolism. The painting dazzles with its hyperrealistic detail, showcasing a sumptuous spread of ripe fruits, gleaming pewter, and a vibrant red lobster at its center—a luxurious delicacy in 17th-century Holland. De Heem’s virtuosic play of light on textures, from the dewy grapes to the crustacean’s carapace, creates an almost tactile allure. Beyond its visual splendor, the work is layered with vanitas symbolism, hinting at life’s fleeting pleasures amid decaying fruit and a half-peeled lemon. As a leading figure of the pronkstilleven (ostentat still life) genre, De Heem elevated the everyday into a theatrical display of wealth and virtuosity, influencing generations of artists like Rachel Ruysch. This painting remains a cornerstone of Dutch still life, celebrated for its technical brilliance and allegorical depth.
For a modern interior, Still Life with Lobster and Fruits lends grandeur to a dining room or study, ideally hung against deep-toned walls (e.g., navy or burgundy) to amplify its rich palette. A gilt frame would echo the painting’s Baroque roots, while minimalist furnishings ensure the artwork remains the focal point. Scale is key: as De Heem’s original measures around 100 x 135 cm, a high-quality reproduction (or a digital print on canvas) in a similar proportion suits medium-sized walls. Pair it with warm metallic accents (brass lamps or copper vessels) to mirror the painting’s reflective surfaces, or balance its opulence with rustic wood textures for a contemporary twist. In offices, it injects sophistication—place it near leather-bound books or a mahogany desk to underscore timeless elegance. The vivid reds and golds in the artwork can inspire throw pillows or area rugs, creating a cohesive yet bold aesthetic.
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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.
