Still life with fruit and a lobster
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Joris Van Son's Still life with fruit and a lobster 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
Joris Van Son's Still life with fruit and a lobster (17th century) epitomizes the opulence and meticulous detail of Flemish Baroque still-life painting. Overflowing with ripe peaches, grapes, and citrus fruits alongside a gleaming lobster, pewter plates, and delicate porcelain, the composition exudes abundance and sensory richness. Van Son’s virtuosic rendering of textures—from the lobster's iridescent shell to the dewy fruit skins—creates a striking realism, heightened by dramatic chiaroscuro that lends theatrical grandeur. As part of the pronkstilleven (ostentatious still-life) tradition, the painting reflects 17th-century Dutch prosperity and global trade, with exotic items symbolizing wealth and worldly curiosity. While less renowned than contemporaries like Jan Davidsz de Heem, Van Son’s works are celebrated for their harmonious compositions and luxe precision, offering a quintessential glimpse into Golden Age still-life mastery.
For interior styling, this painting thrives in spaces balancing classic elegance and bold contrast. Hang it in a dining room or study with rich, earthy tones—deep greens or navy walls amplify its warm hues, while gilt frames echo its Baroque origins. Pair with dark wood furniture or matte black accents for modern edge. Optimal viewing requires ample lighting (natural or directed spotlights) to enhance its luminous details; a medium-large size (approx. 24x36 inches) ensures visibility without overpowering. In offices, it lends sophistication to executive spaces—style alongside minimalist decor to let the artwork command attention, or group with botanical prints for thematic cohesion. The lobster’s crimson and fruits’ golds subtly tie to jewel-toned textiles or metallic finishes, weaving Old World allure into contemporary settings.
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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.
