Peter Claesz (1630s A.D.)
Vanitas Still Life
Oil on panel
Claesz's Vanitas Still Life is a prime example of the symbolism which Baroque artists sought to subtly include in their works. The exposed time piece--which scientifically details the inner workings of the item, the cracked nut, tipped glass, and skull are all symbols of life's temporality. Claesz displays his mastery of perception by including himself and the interior of the room as a reflection in the convex ball on the table.
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