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Flowers in a glass vase, with insects and peaches, on a marble tabletop

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Written by: Hiroshi De LucaEditor · Jewels & Gemstones
Old Master Paintings · Catalogue no. 894175
Rachel Ruysch

Flowers in a glass vase, with insects and peaches, on a marble tabletop

StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byFitzwilliam Museum
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Artist / MakerRachel Ruysch
Date1701
Mediumcanvas, oil paint
Genrefloral painting
TypePainting
CollectionFitzwilliam Museum
LocationFitzwilliam Museum
About the Artist

BiographyRachel Ruysch (1664–1750) — Dutch artist (1664–1750).Rachel Ruysch worked as painter, draftsperson and botanical illustrator and is associated with Dutch Republic. Their documented life spans the years 1664 to 1750, born in The Hague, died in Amsterdam. Their work is linked to Rococo.Disciplinespainter, draftsperson, botanical illustratorBorn1664, The HagueDied1750, AmsterdamNationalityDutch RepublicMovementRococoSources: Wikidata · Wikipedia Full biography →

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