A Rose, A Pomegranate, A Glass Flute, Grapes, A Partly Peeled Lemon On A Silver Plate, A Roemer, A Lobster, Peaches, A Pheasant And Other Birds On A Partly-draped Table
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Michiel Simons's A Rose, A Pomegranate, A Glass Flute, Grapes, A Partly Peeled Lemon On A Silver Plate, A Roemer, A Lobster, Peaches, A Pheasant And Other Birds On A Partly-draped 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
This sumptuous still life by Dutch Golden Age painter Michiel Simons embodies the Baroque era's fascination with abundance and meticulous detail. Painted circa 1650-1660 during Holland's "Pronkstilleven" (ostentatious still life) period, the work presents an extravagant tableau of luxury objects - glistening silver plate holding a spiraled lemon peel, translucent grapes tumbling beside a delicate glass flute, exotic pomegranates splitting with ruby seeds, and extravagant game including pheasants and lobster. The composition demonstrates Simons' mastery of textural contrasts (the lobster's hard carapace versus feathery plumage) and luminous effects (light dancing through glassware). Though less documented than contemporaries like Willem Claesz Heda, Simons' work represents Northern Europe's shift from vanitas symbolism toward pure celebration of material beauty, bridging 17th-century still life traditions with emerging bourgeois tastes for domestic opulence. The precisely tiered arrangement on draped damask creates theatrical depth while maintaining formal balance characteristic of Haarlem school.
For contemporary spaces, this painting demands strategic placement where its rich colors (crimson pomegranates, golden pheasant plumage) can resonate. A dimly-lit dining room with mahogany furnishings would allow the silver plate's reflections to glow dramatically, while minimalist offices could use the work as an arresting focal point above mid-century credenzas - its 40x50cm dimensions perfect for intimate viewing. Consider pairing with raw silk upholstery in burnt orange or deep teal to echo the pomegranate hues, and position opposite windows to recreate the original chiaroscuro effect. In gallery walls, offset its lavishness with abstract expressionist pieces for dynamic tension, or amplify its historic charm with Delftware accents. The painting's feast-like energy suits entertainment areas best, though a CEO's office could harness its symbolism of abundance. Always display with directional lighting at 30-degree angles to activate the glassware's prismatic details.
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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.
