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La natura morta
Literally translating to 'dead nature', it describes paintings of inanimate objects like fruit, flowers, or bowls. It is a common genre in European painting.
Examples in context
Ho comprato una bellissima natura morta.
I bought a beautiful still life.
Il pittore è specializzato in nature morte.
The painter specializes in still lifes.
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