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Vanitas Still Life
Pieter Symonsz. Potter (signed by artist), Pieter Symonsz Potter (signed by artist), Pieter Symonsz. Potter (signed by artist), Pieter Symonsz Potter (signed by artist), 1646
A document with the Dutch lion featuring prominently in the attached seal, a songbook, a flute, dice, a globe, an oil lamp, bubbles, and a skull: much in this still life reminds us of the frailty and transience of life. With the inclusion of the red seal, moreover, this painting seems to be a warning to treat the Republic’s existence with care: after all, nothing is certain!
- Artwork typepainting
- Object numberSK-C-204
- Dimensionssupport: height 53.5 cm x width 41.4 cm, outer size: depth 7 cm (support incl. frame)
- Physical characteristicsoil on panel