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What does a still life painting portray?
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A still life painting portrays inanimate subjects of small to medium size : a bouquet, a cup of fruits, cooking utensils, a set of keys, etc.
La ChrysomeleFebruary 23, 2021
A still-life painting is typically a group of arranged objects in an intimate setting. The term comes from the Dutch word "stilleven".
Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021
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