This work is a vibrant and detailed still life, a prime example of the genre in which Felice Boselli excelled. The composition depicts a larder or pantry scene with a raw, yet lively, representation of its contents. A calf's head is prominently featured, hanging with glassy eyes and anatomical details rendered with striking realism. Next to it, a fowl with brownish feathers is placed on a dark surface, creating a strong visual contrast. Boselli is renowned for his masterful ability to capture textures, from the moist skin of the calf to the soft plumage of the bird. The dramatic lighting, with its chiaroscuro effect, highlights the details of each element and adds depth to the scene, a style characteristic of the Italian school of still life painting from the 17th and 18th centuries. The painting is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by the renowned Italian art specialist, Dr. Alessandro Delpriori, confirming its attribution. This work is a testament to Boselli's talent for transforming mundane, and often macabre, subjects into compositions of great artistic beauty. Oil on canvas, 52.5 x 63.5 cm