{"product_id":"antique-french-still-life-jambon","title":"Le Jambon","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"131\"\u003e19th-century large-scale oil painting on wooden panel, signed in the lower right, B.W. van Laar,\" for Dutch painter Bartol Wilhelm van Laar (1818-1901).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"452\"\u003eA richly composed still life centered around a largel cut of ham resting on a porcelain platter, accompanied by a wooden-handled knife, a crusted roll, and a half-filled glass beer mug. The arrangement is set atop a luminous white tablecloth, its folds and creases animated by light against a deep matte background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"759\"\u003eThere is something playful and symbolic in the composition. The oversized scale of the ham gives the smaller surrounding objects, the bread and beer mug, a diminished role, while the knife balances unexpectedly on its handle, directing the eye back toward the exposed cut of meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eThe artist demonstrates particular sensitivity in the handling of texture and light. The sheen and creases of the tablecloth are especially successful, revealing careful observation and a restrained but confident brushwork. While much of the composition is painted with relatively smooth and even handling, the highlights and carved surface of the ham become more animated and tactile, bringing warmth and depth to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eThe minimalism of the composition allows the materiality of each object to emerge clearly, recalling the directness and realism of Northern European still life painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1672\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA striking and characterful work, further elevated by its substantial antique frame. Best displayed with generous wall space and soft natural light, where the warmth of the palette and rich tonal contrasts can fully emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1672\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBartol Wilhelm van Laar (1818-1901), was a Dutch painter renowned for his seascapes and maritime paintings. This is his only painting we know of that represents a still life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Size: 25.5\" x 20.4\" \/ 65cm x 52cm.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize without the frame: 12.9\" x 17.7\" \/ 33cm x 45.5cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Belgium\/Holland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignature: Yes, B.W van Laar for Dutch painter Bartol Wilhelm van Laar (1818-1901).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCreation date: Late 19th century. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: The work shows two smalls impacts near the upper right edge of the frame, which remain minor. The panel also presents a few small linear marks, likely due to framing. The frame is in good condition overall, despite some impacts and losses to the molded decoration at the lower outer corners. There is also an impact in the form of a small hole (approximately 1.5cm \/ 0.6\") along the upper central horizontal edge, located in a non-visible area when viewed from the front, possibly due to a previous wall hanging system. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Oil on wood panel, in an antique wood-and-plaster frame\u003cspan\u003e.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped with DHL: Complimentary shipping to the US and Europe. A surcharge will be applied for deliveries to Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDDP shipping: All taxes and import fees are included in the listed price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"French Art Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57132247548235,"sku":null,"price":1830.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0461\/8754\/4734\/files\/antique-oil-painting-for-sale-1.jpg?v=1777226296","url":"https:\/\/www.frenchartshop.com\/en-gb\/products\/antique-french-still-life-jambon","provider":"French Art Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}