Balthasar van der Ast
1593–1657 · Dutch · 3 artworks
BaroquePrecise detailLustrous surfacesHarmonious color palettesInclusion of exotic shellsSymmetrical compositions
artist bio
Balthasar van der Ast was a Dutch Golden Age painter specializing in still lifes, particularly of flowers, shells, and fruits. He is known for his meticulous detail and harmonious compositions, contributing significantly to the development of still life painting in the Netherlands.
related: Rachel Ruysch
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