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Still Life with Bird and Vases. Attributed to José López Enguidanos, Spanish School. 19th century. - Oil on canvas. Dimensions: 63 x 50 cm. In the foreground are a shot partridge, clay vessels, a glass bottle, and a white cloth, all on a wooden surface that contrasts with the dark background. The arrangement of the objects follows a balanced and harmonious order, with directed lighting that highlights the textures of the plumage, the shine of the ceramics, and the grain of the wood. The technical meticulousness and realistic treatment recall the influence of late Spanish Baroque and the academic still lifes of the 19th century. The precise brushwork and powerful volumes suggest a sensitivity attentive to chiaroscuro and material effects. Attributed to López Enguídanos, this work combines compositional restraint and expressive power, establishing itself as an example of cabinet painting with naturalistic themes.