Still Life with Commode

Paul Cézanne

Created:
Movement:
1895
Post-Impressionism
key Notes:
Geometric Composition, Vibrant Color Palette
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Dimensions:
25 1/4 x 32 1/4 in. (64.1 x 81.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

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Still Life with Commode by Paul Cézanne

Paul Cézanne, a pivotal figure in the transition from 19th-century Impressionism to 20th-century Cubism, created "Still Life with Commode" in 1895 using oil on canvas. This work exemplifies Cézanne's innovative approach to form and color, which laid the groundwork for modern art movements. The painting's composition, characterized by its structured arrangement and subtle modulation of color, reflects Cézanne's interest in exploring the underlying geometry of natural forms. Cézanne's technique of building form with color rather than relying on line influenced artists such as Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque. His work, including "Still Life with Commode," is celebrated for its contribution to the development of a new visual language that challenged traditional perspectives. Cézanne's legacy is marked by his profound impact on the trajectory of modern art, earning him the title of the "father of modern art."

Description of the work:

Still Life with Commode by Paul Cézanne

Created in 1895, "Still Life with Commode" by Paul Cézanne is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's Post-Impressionist style, characterized by its structured composition and exploration of geometric forms. The artwork features a carefully arranged assortment of objects on a commode, showcasing Cézanne's interest in the interplay of shapes and colors.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Still Life with Commode