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The 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 18 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Gerard van Spaendonck · 1746 – 1822

Miniature still life with flowers in a stone vase on a carved pedestal, with a basket of flowers and a nest by Gerard van Spaendonck

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Grapes with Insects on a Marble Top (1791) by Gerard van Spaendonck

1791 · The Frick Collection, New York City · original 18 x 23 cm

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Art Movement: Rococo
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Flower Still-life with an Alabaster Vase

1783 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 80.5 x 64.0cm

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Art Movement: Rococo
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Still-life With Flowers And Insects On Marble Plinth

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Still life of flowers on a marble table by Gerard van Spaendonck, 1773

1773 · Noordbrabants Museum, 's-Hertogenbosch · original 54.0 x 45.4cm

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Des fleurs dans un vase en albâtre avec des fruits posés sur un plateau en marbre (1781) by Gerard van Spaendonck

1781 · Noordbrabants Museum, 's-Hertogenbosch · original 100.0 x 82.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Still Life with Fruit, Gerard van Spaendonck

1820 · Het Prinsenhof, Delft · original 56.5 x 45.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Tulip gardens

Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Flowers And Fruit

Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Bouquet by Gerard van Spaendonck

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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A Vase Of Flowers – Gerard van Spaendonck

Fitzwilliam Museum

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Still life of flowers, including roses, tulips and a hyacinth, on a ledge

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Study of white peonies, Gerard van Spaendonck

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Popularity: No. 13 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Flowers in a basket on a marble ledge, Gerard van Spaendonck

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Bird on a branch

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Art Movement: Academic Realism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Still life with flowers and fruit in a basket, Gerard van Spaendonck

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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An elaborate still life of flowers in an urn resting on a stone ledge with goldfish in a glass bowl,

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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Vase of Flowers

Ashmolean Museum, Oxford · original 76 x 64 cm

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Art Movement: Rococo/Neoclassical
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 18 artworks by Gerard van Spaendonck
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The artist

Gerard van Spaendonck

1746 – 1822

Quick facts

Color intensitybalanced, monochromatic
NationalityNetherlands
Copyright statusPublic domain
Born1746, Tilburg, Netherlands
Topics exploredflowers, vase, life, insects
Top-ranked workMiniature still life with flowers in a stone vase on a carved pedestal, with a basket of flowers and a nest
Museums on APSRijksmuseum, Ashmolean Museum, The Frick Collection, Bowes Museum, Het Prinsenhof
Works on APS18

Biography

Gerard van Spaendonck: A Life in Bloom

Early Life and Education

Born: 1746 in Tilburg, Netherlands.
Van Spaendonck came from an artistic family; his younger brother, Cornelis van Spaendonck, also became a successful painter.
In the 1760s, he began his formal training with decorative painter Willem Jacob Herreyns (also known as Guillaume-Jacques Herreyns) in Antwerp. This early exposure shaped his meticulous attention to detail and refined technique.

Move to Paris and Royal Appointment

In 1769, Van Spaendonck relocated to Paris, a pivotal move that launched his international career.
1774: He was appointed as a miniature painter at the court of Louis XVI, marking a significant step in his recognition and patronage.
This position allowed him access to aristocratic circles and further refined his skills in delicate floral depictions.

Professor at Jardin des Plantes & Académie Membership

1780: Van Spaendonck succeeded Madeleine Françoise Basseporte as professor of floral painting at the prestigious Jardin des Plantes.
Shortly after, he was elected a member of the Académie des Beaux-Arts, solidifying his status within the French art establishment.
He became an influential teacher, mentoring notable artists like Pierre-Joseph Redouté and Henriette Vincent.

Artistic Style & Major Works

Van Spaendonck excelled in both oil painting and watercolor techniques.
He contributed over fifty works to Les Vélins du Roi, a renowned collection of botanical watercolors commissioned by the French royal family. These pieces demonstrate his exceptional skill in capturing the nuances of floral forms.
Fleurs Dessinees d'apres Nature (Flowers Drawn from Life): Published between 1799 and 1801, this series of twenty-four engraved plates served as a valuable resource for students of floral painting. It remains a highly treasured book on the subject today.
His paintings often feature intricate details of flowers alongside insects, adding another layer of naturalism to his compositions.

Recognition and Legacy

1788: Appointed as an advisor to the Académie.
1795: Became a founding member of the Institut de France.
1804: Received the Légion d'honneur and was ennobled by Napoleon Bonaparte, acknowledging his contributions to French art and culture.
Van Spaendonck died in Paris in 1822 and is buried in Père Lachaise Cemetery.
Historical Significance: Gerard van Spaendonck’s meticulous botanical illustrations and refined floral paintings played a crucial role in the development of botanical art. His work bridged the gap between scientific accuracy and artistic beauty, influencing generations of artists and botanists alike.

Questions & Answers

What are the birth city and country of Gerard van Spaendonck?

Gerard van Spaendonck was born in Tilburg, in Netherlands.

Where are Gerard van Spaendonck's artworks organized by color?

The Spectral Index page organizes Gerard van Spaendonck's artworks by color.

Where can I see the color profile of Gerard van Spaendonck's work?

Gerard van Spaendonck's use of color across the works listed on this website can be studied on the artist's Palette Genome page.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 2, 2026

Collector's quiz

Gerard van Spaendonck held a prestigious position as professor of floral painting at which institution?
Who was among Gerard van Spaendonck's notable pupils?
Van Spaendonck's 'Fleurs Dessinees d'apres Nature' (Flowers Drawn from Life) was created for what purpose?
In what country did Gerard van Spaendonck primarily develop his artistic career?

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