Still Life of a Lobster, Vegetables, Fruit, and Game

Admire Adriaen van Utrecht’s opulent "Still Life of a Lobster" – a Baroque masterpiece showcasing lavish food & rich textures. Explore this 1645 painting's dramatic lighting & symbolic wealth.

Adriaen van Utrecht

Adriaen van Utrecht (1599-1652) was a Flemish master of pronkstillevens – lavish banquet, game & fruit still lifes. Influenced by Frans Snyders, his opulent scenes and collaborations with Rubens' circle defined Baroque abundance.

The Ashmolean Museum of Art And Archaeology

Explore art & archaeology spanning millennia at the Ashmolean Museum! Discover Egyptian mummies, Pre-Raphaelite masterpieces & more – free admission awaits!