Still Life of Fruit and Nuts

Giuseppe Ruoppolo

Created:
Movement:
1669
Baroque
key Notes:
Baroque abundance, Textural realism
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Dimensions:
30 × 50 1/2 in. (76.2 × 128.3 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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Still Life of Fruit and Nuts by Giuseppe Ruoppolo

Still Life of Fruit and Nuts, created in 1669 by Giuseppe Ruoppolo, is an exemplary work of the Baroque period, showcasing the artist's mastery in the still life genre. Ruoppolo, an Italian painter, was known for his detailed and realistic depictions of everyday objects, which were highly valued during his time. This painting, executed in oil on canvas, reflects the Baroque fascination with texture, light, and the natural world, capturing the viewer's attention with its vivid representation of fruit and nuts. Ruoppolo's work is significant for its contribution to the development of still life painting in Italy, influencing subsequent generations of artists. The painting not only demonstrates Ruoppolo's technical skill but also provides insight into the cultural and economic contexts of 17th-century Italy, where such depictions were often associated with abundance and prosperity. Ruoppolo's legacy is marked by his ability to elevate ordinary subjects to the realm of fine art, a hallmark of the Baroque artistic movement.

Description of the work:

Still Life of Fruit and Nuts by Giuseppe Ruoppolo

Created in 1669, "Still Life of Fruit and Nuts" by Giuseppe Ruoppolo is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Baroque style with its dramatic use of light and shadow to highlight the textures and colors of the depicted fruits and nuts. The artwork is noted for its meticulous attention to detail and realistic representation, characteristic of the still life genre popular in 17th-century Italy.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Still Life of Fruit and Nuts