For Sunday's Dinner

William Michael Harnett

Created:
Movement:
1888
Realism
key Notes:
Realistic still life, Trompe-l'œil technique
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Dimensions:
94.3 × 53.6 cm (37 1/8 × 21 1/8 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

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For Sunday's Dinner by William Michael Harnett

For Sunday's Dinner, painted in 1888 by William Michael Harnett, is an exemplary work of the trompe-l'œil style, utilizing oil on canvas to create a strikingly realistic depiction of everyday objects. Harnett, an Irish-American artist, was renowned for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to blur the line between reality and illusion. This painting, like many of his works, reflects the 19th-century American fascination with material wealth and domestic abundance. Harnett's skillful use of light and shadow in For Sunday's Dinner demonstrates his mastery in creating depth and texture, contributing significantly to the still-life genre. His works have influenced both contemporary and later artists, emphasizing the importance of perception in art. Harnett's legacy endures through his innovative approach to realism, which continues to captivate audiences and art historians alike.

Description of the work:

For Sunday's Dinner by William Michael Harnett

Created in 1888, "For Sunday's Dinner" by William Michael Harnett is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the trompe-l'œil style, known for its realistic depiction of objects. The artwork features a meticulously detailed still life arrangement, showcasing Harnett's skill in rendering textures and surfaces with precision.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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For Sunday's Dinner