The silent table of a discreet feast: Cornelis Kruys's harmonious mastery
This composition features a pewter dish with a knife and a small bread, a wicker basket with a piece of ham, grapes, and a pear, a wine roemer on a partially draped table with pictorial delicacy that captures the eye. The warm tones of the fruits and ham contrast with the metallic coldness of the pewter dish and the transparency of the roemer, while the partial drapery creates a play of subtle shadows. The brushwork suggests a careful technique, close to trompe-l'œil, reproducing the texture and fragility of the objects, giving the scene an intimate and contemplative atmosphere.

Cornelis Kruys, heir to the tradition of still life painting
A painter rooted in the tradition of Flemish and Dutch still lifes, Cornelis Kruys is distinguished by meticulous attention to textures and light effects. His work draws from a classical repertoire of discreet vanities and table compositions, influenced by the Golden Age workshops where the rendering of materials — glass, metal, fabric — demonstrated technical virtuosity. Through this painting, Kruys shows his attention to detail and his ability to organize objects into a sober visual narrative, where each element contributes to the overall balance and the suggestion of a suspended moment.

A decorative acquisition with multiple assets
This art print of a pewter dish with a knife and a small bread, a wicker basket with a piece of ham, grapes, and a pear, a wine roemer on a partially draped table seamlessly integrates into a living room, dining room, office, or contemporary kitchen seeking a classic touch. The painting faithfully reproduces the original nuances and contrasts, while the canvas captures the pictorial texture for an authentic rendering. Offer your interior a piece that interacts with light and materials; this canvas is designed to last and enhance your spaces, while evoking the visual richness and artistic history of the object.