Still-life With A Lobster, Fruit And Blue And White Kraak Dishes
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jan Davidsz De Heem's Still-life With A Lobster, Fruit And Blue And White Kraak Dishes 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 a Lobster, Fruit, and Blue-and-White Kraak Dishes (c. 1648–49) is a Baroque masterpiece that epitomizes the opulence and symbolic richness of Dutch still-life painting. The composition dazzles with its sumptuous display of exotic fruits, a vividly rendered lobster, and delicate Chinese Kraak porcelain—all bathed in luminous light that enhances their textures and colors. De Heem, a leading figure of the pronkstilleven (ostentatious still-life) genre, meticulously layers meanings: the lobster symbolizes resurrection, the overripe fruits evoke transience, and the imported porcelain reflects 17th-century Dutch global trade dominance. This work exemplifies his hybrid Flemish-Dutch style, blending meticulous detail with dramatic chiaroscuro. Housed in the Rijksmuseum, it remains a quintessential example of how still-lifes transcended mere decoration to meditate on wealth, mortality, and the divine.
For a sophisticated interior, this painting’s bold colors and grand scale (approx. 64 x 81 cm) demand a statement wall in a dining room or study. Pair it with deep navy or ochre walls to amplify the Kraak porcelain’s blue-and-white hues, and balance its opulence with minimalist furniture in walnut or ebony tones. A gilded Baroque frame would honor its era, while a sleek floater frame modernizes it for offices. Position it as a focal point above a console table styled with ceramics or fresh fruit to echo its themes. In spaces with high ceilings, its vertical tension works well alongside lush greenery or a curated cabinet of curiosities, bridging artistry and lived 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.
