Still Life With Oysters, A Lobster, A Vase Of Flowers And A Basket Of Fruit
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jan Pauwel Gillemans The Elder's Still Life With Oysters, A Lobster, A Vase Of Flowers And 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
Jan Pauwel Gillemans the Elder's Still Life with Oysters, a Lobster, a Vase of Flowers, and a Basket of Fruit (circa 1660s) is a dazzling example of Flemish Baroque still life, radiating opulence and meticulous detail. The composition bursts with luxurious textures—glistening oysters, the lobster's iridescent shell, velvety petals, and ripe, dewy fruits—all bathed in warm, diffused light that enhances their sensuality. As a prominent Antwerp still-life master, Gillemans specialized in pronkstillevens (sumptuous still lifes), reflecting 17th-century Dutch prosperity and colonial trade. His layered symbolism—oysters for temptation, fruit for transience—anchors the work in the vanitas tradition, while the theatrical arrangement showcases technical bravura, placing him among icons like Jan Davidsz de Heem. This painting epitomizes the Golden Age's love for excess and virtuosic realism.
For interiors, this artwork thrives in spaces balancing grandeur and warmth. A dining room or study with walnut-toned furniture and rich textiles (velvet or damask) mirrors its Baroque opulence. Frame it in an ornate gold-leaf frame to echo its gilded accents, or opt for a minimalist black frame for contemporary contrast. Its earthy reds and golds pair beautifully with olive greens or deep blues in upholstery or walls. At 60–80 cm wide, it commands attention above a sideboard or mantle without overwhelming—scale reproductions to 2:3 ratio preserve its intimacy. For offices, it injects sophistication when paired with brass desk accessories and leather-bound books, transforming utilitarian spaces into hubs of refined inspiration.
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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.
