Still life with pasglas and overturned jug on a table
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jan Jansz Den Uyl's Still life with pasglas and overturned jug on a table 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 Jansz Den Uyl's Still life with pasglas and overturned jug on a table (c. 1630s) is a masterful example of Dutch Golden Age still life painting, radiating quiet elegance through its meticulous composition. The oil-on-panel work depicts a humble tavern scene: a translucent pasglas (a tiered beer-measuring glass) stands beside an overturned earthenware jug, their forms bathed in soft chiaroscuro that highlights the artist's virtuoso handling of light refracting through glass. Den Uyl's signature "monochrome banquet" style is evident in the restrained earthy palette – ochres, umbers, and muted whites – creating sublime textural contrasts between the pewter plate's dull sheen and the glassware's crystalline edges. As a pioneer of the ontbijtjes (breakfast pieces) subgenre, this work occupies a pivotal position in the evolution of still life from symbolic vanitas to pure formal study, anticipating Pieter Claesz's more refined arrangements.
For contemporary interiors, this 17th-century masterpiece offers surprising versatility. The painting's intimate scale (typically 30x40cm range) makes it ideal for study nooks or dining areas, where its warm neutrals complement both traditional wainscoting and modern minimalist schemes. Consider flanking it with directional LED spotlights to emulate the original candlelit ambiance, or pair with rough-linen textiles and matte ceramic vases to echo its tactile appeal. In offices, the composition's geometric precision – the diagonal jug handle balancing the vertical glass – brings calm structure when displayed near minimalist furniture. For color continuity, introduce cognac leather accents or wire-brushed oak surfaces that mirror the painting's aged patina. The overturned jug's informal charm suits relaxed spaces, while the glass's mathematical proportions lend sophistication to formal settings, proving old master works can transcend period boundaries when thoughtfully curated.
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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.
