{"product_id":"a-garland-of-flowers-jan-van-kessel-the-elder","title":"A Garland of Flowers - Jan van Kessel the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century floral still life by Jan van Kessel the Elder, featuring a precise arrangement of blossoms and insects against a dark ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJan van Kessel the Elder was a Flemish painter known for his meticulous approach to natural history and floral subjects. This work, painted on a copper support, demonstrates the technical precision common to his practice. The composition features a structured arrangement of blossoms, including roses, tulips, and irises, suspended around a central cartouche. The dark background provides a stark contrast to the illuminated petals, allowing the viewer to observe the specific textures and colours of each botanical specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Kessel often incorporated small insects, such as butterflies and beetles, into his floral arrangements. These additions provide a sense of scale and movement, suggesting a fleeting moment captured in time. The artist belonged to a family of painters, including his grandfather Jan Brueghel the Elder, who established the tradition of the floral garland in Flemish art. By using copper as a base, Van Kessel achieved a smooth surface that allowed for fine detail, which remains visible in the final print reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece reflects the scientific curiosity of the seventeenth century, where the study of nature was often combined with artistic display. The arrangement is not merely decorative, but functions as a catalogue of various species, rendered with accuracy. The balance between the structured frame and the organic forms of the flowers creates a sense of order. The work is representative of the period's fascination with the natural world, presented through a lens of careful observation and technical skill. The print captures the depth of the original oil painting, maintaining the clarity of the brushwork and the subtle transitions of light across the leaves and petals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-bouquet-of-flowers-clara-peeters\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Bouquet of Flowers by Clara Peeters\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/still-life-with-flowers-in-a-glass-vase-herman-verelst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eStill Life with Flowers in a Glass Vase by Herman Verelst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan van Kessel the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59115653726543,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59115656479055,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59115656511823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59115656544591,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59115656577359,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59115656610127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59115656642895,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59115656675663,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59115656708431,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59115656741199,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59115656773967,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59115656806735,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-Garland-of-Flowers_Poster_CompositorV1_1791947962184.jpg?v=1791949014","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/a-garland-of-flowers-jan-van-kessel-the-elder","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}