Still Life of Fruit and Game

Julian Alden Weir

Created:
Movement:
1888
Impressionism
key Notes:
Realistic detail; Harmonious composition
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Dimensions:
21 1/8 x 17 3/16 in. (53.7 x 43.7 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Still Life of Fruit and Game by Julian Alden Weir

Julian Alden Weir (1852–1919) was an influential American painter associated with the American Impressionist movement. His painting, Still Life of Fruit and Game, created in 1888, exemplifies his adept use of oil on canvas to capture the textures and colors of natural subjects. This work reflects Weir's transition from academic realism to a more impressionistic style, influenced by his exposure to European art trends. The painting's composition and attention to detail highlight Weir's skill in rendering still life with a sense of vitality and depth. Weir was a founding member of the Ten American Painters, a group that sought to promote Impressionism in the United States. His contributions to American art were significant in bridging traditional and modern approaches during a period of artistic evolution.

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Still Life of Fruit and Game by Julian Alden Weir

Created in 1888, "Still Life of Fruit and Game" by Julian Alden Weir is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the American Impressionist style, characterized by its loose brushwork and attention to light and color. The artwork depicts an arrangement of fruit and game, showcasing Weir's skill in rendering texture and form.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Still Life of Fruit and Game