Frans Snyders
1579–1657 · Flemish · 30 artworks
Baroquedynamic compositionrealistic texturesdramatic lightingrich color palettesanimal depiction
artist bio
Frans Snyders was a Flemish Baroque painter renowned for his still lifes, animal paintings, and market scenes. He significantly contributed to the development of these genres, infusing them with dynamism and dramatic flair.
what you'll learn
Studying Snyders' work allows students to understand Baroque composition, the use of dramatic lighting to enhance realism, and the depiction of textures in still life painting. Students can also learn about the symbolism embedded within the objects he painted.
related: Peter Paul Rubens
30 artworks
The market game
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Group of Birds Perched on Branches
1630
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Still Life with Grapes and Game
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The Fishmonger
1657
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Still Life With Dead Game Fruits And Vegetables In A market
1614
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Game Stall
1618
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The Fish Market
1618
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Vegetable Still Life
1600
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Still Life With A Basket Of Fruit
1635
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A Vegetable Stall
1618
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Cook in the Larder
1637
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Grapes in a basket and roses in a vase
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Concert Of Birds
1630
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Cook With Food
1630
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Fish Shop
1621
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Fish-shop
1616
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A Fruit Stall
1618
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Large still life with a lady and parrot
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Three Monkeys Stealing Fruit
1649
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The Pantry
1620
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Pythagoras Advocating Vegetarianism
1620
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Head of Medusa
1618
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Still Life with a Plate of Fruit
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Still Life with Crab, Poultry, and Fruit
1620
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Kitchen Still Life
1610
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A Monkey Among Fruit
1640
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Fruits in a Bowl on a Red Tablecloth
1620
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Grapes, Peaches and Quinces in a Niche
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Still Life of Fruit in a Basket
1639
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Fruit and Vegetable Market
1621
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