Eelke Jelles Eelkema (1788 - 1839)

Explore Eelke Jelles Eelkema's (1788-1839) captivating landscapes, flower & fruit still lifes. This Dutch artist overcame deafness to create charming 19th-century art.

Still life with flowers and fruits. In the foreground white and blue grapes, peaches, plums, a melon, raspberries and a branch of East Indian cherry. Behind this is a decorative vase adorned with playing putti in which vines and grapes. Among the fruit are some butterflies.