Still Life: Apples and Green Glass

Charles Demuth

Created:
Movement:
1925
Precisionism
key Notes:
Precisionist composition, vibrant color contrast.
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Dimensions:
30 × 35 cm (11 13/16 × 13 13/16 in.)
medium:
Watercolor and graphite on ivory wove paper
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Still Life: Apples and Green Glass by Charles Demuth

Still Life: Apples and Green Glass, created in 1925 by Charles Demuth, is a notable example of the artist's adept use of watercolor and graphite on ivory wove paper. This work exemplifies Demuth's precision and attention to detail, characteristics that align with his association with the Precisionist movement. The painting reflects Demuth's interest in capturing the interplay of light and form, a hallmark of his still life compositions. Charles Demuth, an American modernist painter, was known for his innovative approach to watercolor, which he elevated to a fine art status. His works often explored themes of industrialization and modernity, contributing significantly to early 20th-century American art. Demuth's influence is evident in the way he bridged traditional still life with modernist sensibilities, impacting subsequent generations of artists.

Description of the work:

"Still Life: Apples and Green Glass" (1925) by Charles Demuth is a watercolor and graphite composition on ivory wove paper, exemplifying the Precisionist style with its clear lines and geometric forms. The artwork features a meticulously arranged still life of apples and a green glass, highlighting Demuth's interest in the interplay of light and transparency.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Still Life: Apples and Green Glass