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DiaporamaVase of Flowers
Baroque
1690
60.0 x 41.0 cm
Monasterio de El Escorial
francisco pérez sierra (1627 – 1709)
Explore the Baroque paintings of Francisco Pérez Sierra (1627-1709), a Spanish artist known for battle scenes & floral still lifes. Discover his work in Madrid & beyond!
Monasterio de El Escorial (Madrid, Spain)
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The Vase of Flowers by Francisco Pérez Sierra is a stunning example of 17th-century still life painting. Created in 1690, this oil on canvas piece measures 60 x 41 cm and is currently housed at the Monasterio de El Escorial in Madrid, Spain. This beautiful artwork showcases the artist's skill in capturing the intricate details of flowers and their delicate petals.
For more information on Francisco Pérez Sierra and his works, visit Wikipedia. To explore more artworks and reproductions, visit ArtsDot.com.
The Artist and His Style
Francisco Pérez Sierra was a Neapolitan painter of Spanish origin, known for his works in the Baroque style. His paintings often featured still life compositions, including flowers, fruits, and other objects. The Vase of Flowers is a prime example of his skill in this genre, with its beautiful arrangement of blooms and delicate petals. Key Features of the Painting The painting features a stunning bouquet of flowers, including roses, lilies, and other varieties. The colors are rich and varied, with shades of red, yellow, white, and green dominating the palette. The vase holding the bouquet is not clearly visible due to the abundance of flowers, but it seems to be made of a dark material, possibly ceramic or metal.- The painting is characterized by its use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts between light and dark.
- The artist's attention to detail is evident in the delicate petals and leaves of the flowers.
- The composition is balanced and harmonious, with a sense of movement and energy.
For more information on Francisco Pérez Sierra and his works, visit Wikipedia. To explore more artworks and reproductions, visit ArtsDot.com.
About this artwork
- Title: Vase of Flowers
- Artist: francisco pérez sierra
- Year: 1690
- Original dimensions: 60.0 x 41.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Monasterio de El Escorial
- Movement: Baroque
- Corpus context: royal commissions prevalent , wealth & prosperity theme
- Keywords: floral still life , vase of flowers art , francisco pérez sierra
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