Still Life

Rooted in quiet contemplation, still life reveals the poetry of everyday objects. Our collection transforms the ordinary into the eternal—vessels of memory, harmony, and light.

  •  Still life with violin

     Still life with violin

    Bernard Meninsky (British, 1891–1950)

    “Still Life with Violin” is a still life painting by Bernard Meninsky, depicting a serene arrangement of a violin and other objects. The composition is simple, with soft colors, showcasing Meninsky’s sensitivity to form and light. This work reflects Meninsky’s deep observation and artistic expression of everyday items, conveying a tranquil and introspective mood.

  • Vergißmeinnicht-Stilleben (1913)

    Vergißmeinnicht-Stilleben (1913)

    Gustav Crecelius (German, 1881–1914)

    Crecelius’s “Forget-Me-Not Still Life” captures natural beauty and a tranquil mood.

  • Rediscovered Splendor: Imperial Artists Unveil Song-Ming Porcelain Masterpieces from Qianlong’s Secret Archives

    Rediscovered Splendor: Imperial Artists Unveil Song-Ming Porcelain Masterpieces from Qianlong’s Secret Archives

    Anonymous (Chinese, unknown)

    Each album contains ten pieces of ancient porcelain (mostly works from the Song and Ming dynasties) selected by Emperor Qianlong. They were all drawn to facilitate Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty to appreciate the porcelain in the paintings.