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Bowl of flowers

Exquisite Dutch Golden Age still life by Jacob Marrel! A lavish bowl of flowers – tulips, roses & more – rendered in meticulous detail. Explore Baroque beauty!

Jacob Marrel (1613-1681): German still life master of the Dutch Golden Age, famed for opulent flower paintings & 'tulip portraits'. Influenced by de Heem, mentor to Merian. Explore Baroque beauty!

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Artist Biography

Jacob Marrel: Life and Legacy

Early Life and Training

  • Born: Frankenthal, Germany in 1614.
  • In 1624, Marrel moved with his family to Frankfurt.
  • He began his artistic training in 1627 as a student of Georg Flegel, a prominent still life painter specializing in pantry and flower pieces.
  • This early exposure laid the foundation for Marrel’s future specialization.

Utrecht and the Influence of Jan Davidszoon de Heem

  • Attracted by the lucrative market for flower still lifes, Marrel traveled to Utrecht between 1632 and 1650.
  • He studied extensively under Jan Davidszoon de Heem, a master of opulent and detailed still life compositions.
  • De Heem’s influence is evident in Marrel's later works, particularly his use of rich colors, dramatic lighting, and complex arrangements.
  • This period was crucial for Marrel’s artistic development, refining his technique and establishing his style.

Return to Frankfurt and Family Connections

  • Around 1650, Marrel returned to Frankfurt and married Johanna Sybilla Heim(ius), the widow of Matthäus Merian.
  • He took on students, fostering a workshop environment.
  • A significant connection: His step-daughter, Maria Sibylla Merian, became a renowned painter and naturalist specializing in insects and flowers – rivaling Rachel Ruysch in fame.
  • Merian later married one of Marrel’s pupils, Johann Andreas Graff, further solidifying the artistic lineage.

Artistic Style and Major Works

  • Specialization: Marrel is celebrated for his exquisite flower still lifes, often featuring meticulously rendered blooms, including tulips which he frequently depicted as individual 'portraits'.
  • His compositions are characterized by a sense of abundance and luxury.
  • He skillfully balanced realism with artistic arrangement, creating visually stunning and harmonious works.
  • Notable Works: Include “Still-Life with Flowers”, “Flowers, parrot and tit”, and “Quiet Life With Roman, Silver Tazza, Fruits, Pastries And Bird”.

Later Years and Legacy

  • Marrel revisited Utrecht in 1660 with his student Abraham Mignon.
  • He established a flower painting school in Frankfurt after returning to Germany in 1665.
  • He remained active as an art dealer in Utrecht until 1669.
  • Death: Jacob Marrel died in Frankfurt in 1681.
  • Historical Significance: He played a vital role in popularizing flower still life painting during the Dutch Golden Age and influenced subsequent generations of artists, most notably his step-daughter Maria Sibylla Merian.
Jacob Marrel

Jacob Marrel

1614 - 1681 , Germany

Quick Facts

  • Birth_Date: 1614
  • Birth_Place: Frankenthal, Germany
  • Death_Date: 1681
  • Influenced: Maria Sibylla Merian, Abraham Mignon
  • Influenced_By: Georg Flegel, Jan Davidszoon de Heem
  • Movement: Dutch Golden Age, Baroque
  • Name: Jacob Marrel
  • Nationality: German
  • Notable_Works:
    • Still-Life with Flowers
    • Flowers, parrot and tit
    • Quiet Life With Roman, Silver Tazza, Fruits, Pastries And Bird
    • Bowl of flowers
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