A Basket and Birds
The Met
Artist: Jan Fyt(Flemish, 1611–1661)
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 23 3/4 x 30 1/4 in. (60.3 x 76.8 cm)
Credit Line: Purchase, 1871
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Several dead game birds piled on a dark surface next to a large woven basket
Detailed Description
A dark still life depicts several dead birds and a large woven basket. The background is uniformly dark, creating a strong contrast with the lighter tones of the birds and basket. In the upper left, a substantial, dark brown woven basket with a thick, braided handle is positioned, its textured surface subtly illuminated. Below and to the right of the basket, a cluster of dead birds lies on a dark, uneven ground. The most prominent bird, a large bird, is centrally located in the lower half of the image, lying on its back with its wings slightly spread. Its feathers are a mix of brown, grey, and white, with a noticeable reddish-brown patch on its chest. To its left, a smaller bird with mottled brown and white plumage rests on its side. Further to the right, several more birds are piled, some partially obscured, displaying similar earthy tones of brown, grey, and white feathers. One bird on the far right is seen from its back, revealing dark tail feathers and lighter underparts. Another bird is positioned slightly higher on a dark mound, its body mostly brown and white. The overall lighting is dim, highlighting the textures and forms of the subjects against the deep, dark surroundings.
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