Still life, pitchers

Ati Gropius

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Ceramic vessels, muted color palette.
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Oil on canvas
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Still Life, Pitchers by Ati Gropius

Still Life, Pitchers is an oil on canvas painting by Ati Gropius, a notable figure in the realm of modern art. The work exemplifies Gropius's adept use of color and form, capturing the essence of everyday objects with a refined simplicity. Although the exact date of creation remains unknown, the painting reflects the influence of the Bauhaus movement, with which Gropius was closely associated through her familial ties. Ati Gropius, the daughter of Bauhaus founder Walter Gropius, was deeply immersed in the artistic innovations of the early 20th century. Her work often explores the intersection of functionality and aesthetic beauty, a hallmark of Bauhaus principles. This painting contributes to the ongoing dialogue about the role of still life in modern art, emphasizing the movement's impact on contemporary artistic practices.

Description of the work:

"Still Life, Pitchers" by Ati-Gropius is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies a modernist approach to traditional still life subjects. The artwork features a composition of pitchers, rendered with a focus on form and color, reflecting the artist's interest in abstraction and geometric simplification.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Still life, pitchers