we also see very similar details between the still life with peter clay which was painted in 1629. the open pocket watches are references to the transient of life since they remind us of the passing of life. since they record perishable and paint as long as the canvas remains intact. the sublime light filters through the light and reflection on the inside of the glass as well as the optical effects of the objects that shine through the glass. while these still life paintings are filled with a variety of details, there are some still life's in the exhibition which are much more spare. such as adrian, from 1704. although much of this artist details are shrouded in history. notice how the branch and the beautifully rendered leaves catch the light on the right hand corner. it gives this piece a magical feeling as if these apricots are beyond just mere fruit. there are 67 paintings recognized by court's hand. an exhibition entirely devoted to the artist. there are about half of the known works in this exhibition and the director of the morris house remarked that she thought for herself