We should take another look at "Still Life with Vanitas Symbols (after David Bailly)" by Kevin Best, one of the entries in the NPPP 2009. 

Then compare it with the original, "Self-Portrait with Vanitas Symbols"; David Bailly; 1651. 

Yes, Best's submission is derivative ... but also quite interesting in its own light. 

BTW, the Web Gallery of Art could be a useful resource, and worth a visit. 

Comments, please. 

--Martin