Basket of Fruits
Balthasar van der Ast’s work profoundly impacted subsequent generations of painters, establishing him as a pioneer in still life art and cementing his legacy as one of the most celebrated artists of his time.
Balthasar van der Ast
Balthasar van der Ast (1593-1657) was a Dutch Golden Age painter renowned for exquisite still lifes of flowers, fruit & pioneering shell paintings. Explore his detailed works featuring insects and lizards – a key figure in 17th-century art!
Staatliche Museen
Explore Berlin's history & art at the Staatliche Museen! Discover Nefertiti, ancient artifacts, masterpieces across 17 museums on Museum Island & beyond.