European Painting before 1900, Johnson Collection Still Life with a Roemer Made in Amsterdam, Netherlands17th century Willem Kalf, Dutch (active Amsterdam), 1619 - 1693 Oil on canvas * Gallery 273, European Art 1500-1850, second floor Cat. 635 John G. Johnson Collection, 1917 |
LabelWillem Kalf contrasts the glistening seeds of a pomegranate on an elaborate silver platter atop a soft Smyrna (Turkish) carpet, showing his ability to capture optical effects. Behind the splendid roemer in the center is a type of tall wine glass that Kalf often included in his paintings, barely noticeable but for its reflections.* Works in the collection are moved off view for many different reasons. Although gallery locations on the website are updated regularly, there is no guarantee that this object will be on display on the day of your visit. |
