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The [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=still+life,still,life&']Still Life[/A] painting by [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=edwaert+collier,edwaert,collier&']Edwaert Collier[/A], created in 1699, is a remarkable example of Dutch Golden Age art. This oil on canvas piece measures 76 x 64 cm and showcases the artist's exceptional skill in capturing everyday objects with precision and depth. The painting features a table with various items, including books, a globe, and candles, which create a sense of complexity and visual interest. [H2]Composition and Symbolism[/H2] The composition of the [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=still+life,still,life&']Still Life[/A] is characterized by a careful arrangement of objects, with the open book at the center, drawing the viewer's attention. The inclusion of a globe adds an element of curiosity, while the candles provide a sense of warmth and intimacy. This painting can be seen as a reflection of the artist's fascination with the world around him, as well as his ability to find beauty in mundane objects. [B]Key elements[/B] of the painting include: [UL] [LI]The use of light and shadow to create depth and dimensionality[/LI] [LI]The careful placement of objects to guide the viewer's eye through the composition[/LI] [LI]The incorporation of symbolic elements, such as the globe, which may represent the artist's interest in exploration and discovery[/LI] [/UL] [H2]Artist and Style[/H2] [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=edwaert+collier,edwaert,collier&']Edwaert Collier[/A] was a Dutch painter known for his still life works, which often featured everyday objects and symbols. His style is characterized by attention to detail, use of chiaroscuro, and a sense of realism. For more information on [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=edwaert+collier,edwaert,collier&']Edwaert Collier[/A] and his works, visit [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/@@/AQSVBR-Edwaert-Collier-Still-Life']https://ArtsDot.com/@@/AQSVBR-Edwaert-Collier-Still-Life[/A]. Other notable artists, such as [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=gerrit,gérard&']Gerrit (Gérard) Dou[/A] and [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=pieter+gerritsz+van+roestraeten,pieter,gerritsz,roestraeten&']Pieter Gerritsz Van Roestraeten[/A], also created remarkable still life paintings, which can be found on [A href='https://ArtsDot.com']https://ArtsDot.com[/A]. The [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=victoria+albert+museum,victoria,albert,museum&']Victoria and Albert Museum[/A] in the United Kingdom is also home to an impressive collection of still life paintings, including works by [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=pieter+gerritsz+van+roestraeten,pieter,gerritsz,roestraeten&']Pieter Gerritsz Van Roestraeten[/A]. [BR] For those interested in learning more about still life painting and its history, visit [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/@@/A@D3BP8V-Discovering-the-Artworks-of-Edinburgh-College-of-Art-Edinburgh-United-Kingd..']https://ArtsDot.com/@@/A@D3BP8V-Discovering-the-Artworks-of-Edinburgh-College-of-Art-Edinburgh-United-Kingd..[/A] to explore the artworks of [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=edinburgh+college+of+art,edinburgh,college&']Edinburgh College of Art[/A].