Uploaded December 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Is anything better than a bountiful spread of delicious food?

No, but an expert painting of said food comes *very* close.

Style your New Year's Eve feast based on a classic still life.

Osias Beert the Elder, known for his mastery of illusionism and carefully arranged compositions, was a 17th century Flemish painter whose works celebrate abundance and food.

Now you can try your hand at creating your very own lavish scene inspired by Osias Beert the Elder’s “Dishes with Oysters, Fruit, and Wine.”

View “Dishes with Oysters, Fruit, and Wine” in person by visiting our West Building or through our online collection here: nga.gov/collection/art-object-page.91389.html

Ready to create your own still life? Here’s what you’ll need:

Oysters
Shells
Raisins
Dried figs
Roasted chesnuts
Backdrop fabric
Tabletop
Various bowls
Wine decanter and wine glass with orange wine
Black plate

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