Still Life with Apples and Pitcher

Camille Pissarro

Created:
Movement:
1872
Impressionism
key Notes:
Impressionist Composition, Harmonious Simplicity
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Dimensions:
18 1/4 x 22 1/4 in. (46.4 x 56.5 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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Still Life with Apples and Pitcher by Camille Pissarro

Camille Pissarro, a pivotal figure in the Impressionist movement, created "Still Life with Apples and Pitcher" in 1872 using oil on canvas. This work exemplifies Pissarro's dedication to capturing the subtleties of light and texture, a hallmark of his artistic style. The painting's composition, featuring everyday objects, reflects the artist's interest in depicting the simplicity and beauty of rural life. Pissarro's influence on his contemporaries and subsequent generations of artists is significant, as he was a mentor to notable figures such as Paul Cézanne and Paul Gauguin. His commitment to the Impressionist ideals of painting en plein air and focusing on natural light contributed to the evolution of modern art. This still life, with its harmonious color palette and attention to detail, underscores Pissarro's role in advancing the genre beyond traditional boundaries.

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Still Life with Apples and Pitcher by Camille Pissarro

Created in 1872, "Still Life with Apples and Pitcher" by Camille Pissarro is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's Impressionist style through its loose brushwork and emphasis on light. The composition features a simple arrangement of apples and a pitcher, highlighting Pissarro's focus on everyday subjects and his skill in capturing the subtleties of natural light.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Still Life with Apples and Pitcher