{"product_id":"flower-still-life-jan-van-kessel-the-elder","title":"Flower Still Life - Jan van Kessel the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA still life painting by Flemish artist Jan van Kessel the Elder, featuring a variety of flowers in a glass vase, with insects adding a touch of realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eJan van Kessel the Elder, a Flemish artist born in Antwerp in 1626, specialised in still life, animal, and flower paintings. He was the nephew of Jan Brueghel the Younger, and his work reflects the influence of the Brueghel family's detailed and naturalistic style. Van Kessel's paintings are characterised by their precise observation and meticulous rendering of detail. \n\nThis 'Flower Still Life' exemplifies the artist's skill in capturing the delicate beauty of flowers. Arranged in a glass vase, the bouquet features a variety of blooms, including roses, carnations, and morning glories. The composition is carefully balanced, with the flowers arranged to create a harmonious and visually appealing display. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the rendering of the petals, leaves, and stems, each depicted with accuracy. The presence of insects, such as a bee and butterflies, adds a touch of realism to the scene. The dark background enhances the colours of the flowers, creating a contrast that draws the viewer's eye to the centre of the painting. The glass vase, partially filled with water, reflects light, adding depth to the composition.\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\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" 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;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-sick-woman-jan-steen\" 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;\"\u003eThe Sick Woman - Jan Steen — Jan Steen\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":57709894402383,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57709898400079,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57709898432847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57709898465615,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57709898498383,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Flower-Still-Life_Poster_CompositorV1_1778896325613.jpg?v=1778898970","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/flower-still-life-jan-van-kessel-the-elder","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}