Abigail Ruych Flowers In A Glass Vase Analysis

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1. Abigail Mehr 1606

Flowers in a Glass Vase,1704
Rachel Ruych (Dutch, 1664-1750)
Oil on canvas

1. Abigail Mehr 1606 Flowers in a Glass Vase by Rachel Ruych is a fantastic example of linear perspective and the realism an artist can achieve. When looking at the painting, one will quickly notice the surface on which the vase full of flowers sits. If one is to look to the right, they will notice the corners of the table creating diagonal lines that recede into the negative space, thus creating linear perspective. The colors of the flowers painted are in hues of orange, pink, and red, all of which are warm colors. These colors help to reinforce the idea that the flowers are real and literally popping from the canvas. Possibly what makes this painting seem so realistic and in depth is the well thought out use of light and shadow. Chiaroscuro is very noticeable in this painting due to highly saturated and bright flowers up against the dark black background. …show more content…

Up in the corner of the painting is what appears to be an angel. This angel’s line of sight travels to the stick in the arms of Saint Joseph. The stick is a diagonal line suggesting that the viewer’s eyes move to the man. Then, his line of sight is focused on baby Christ in his arms. These lines of sight contribute to pyramidal form. Battista emphasizes Christ and Saint Joseph by using high key value to make them appear brighter and more obvious up against the blue background. Most of the painting consists of the primary colors blue and yellow. It is a darker shade of blue, which helps in contrast to the bright intensity of Christ. The pop of yellow in Saint Joseph’s clothing brings the viewer’s eyes to the center of the painting as well, emphasizing the two

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