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Still life of peaches and grapes by Louise Moillon
Louise Moillon (1610–1696) was a French still life painter in the Baroque era. It is recorded that she became known as one of the best still life painters of her time, as her work was purchased by King Charles I of England, as well as French nobility. Louise Moillon is also known for her Flemish style that is present in her artwork. This painting has you thinking she used a camera versus painting. The detail to each piece of fruit down to the basket, is breath taking, -
Rose branch with beetle and bee by Rachel Ruysch
Rachel Ruysch (June 1664 - October 1750) was a Dutch still-life painter from the Northern Netherlands. She specialized in flowers, inventing her own style and achieving international fame in her lifetime. Due to a long and successful career that spanned over six decades, she became the best documented woman painter of the Dutch Golden Age. The detail in the painting is amazing. She captures the essence of the flower and by adding the beetle and bee make it feel more real.