Still Life with Fruit

Paul Gauguin

Created:
Movement:
1896
Post-Impressionism
key Notes:
Vibrant color palette, Post-Impressionist composition.
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Dimensions:
18 3/4 x 26 in. (47.6 x 66 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Advanced
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Paul Gauguin's "Still Life with Fruit" (1896)

Paul Gauguin, a pivotal figure in the Post-Impressionist movement, created "Still Life with Fruit" in 1896 using oil on canvas. This work exemplifies Gauguin's departure from traditional European artistic conventions, embracing bold colors and simplified forms. The painting reflects his interest in the symbolic use of color and form, which would later influence movements such as Fauvism and Expressionism. During this period, Gauguin was living in Tahiti, seeking inspiration from what he perceived as a more 'primitive' and unspoiled culture. His time in Tahiti profoundly impacted his artistic style, as seen in the vibrant palette and exotic subject matter of this still life. Gauguin's innovative approach to color and composition in works like this contributed significantly to the evolution of modern art.

Description of the work:

Still Life with Fruit by Paul Gauguin (1896)

Paul Gauguin's "Still Life with Fruit," created in 1896, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies his post-impressionist style through bold colors and simplified forms. The artwork features an arrangement of fruit, showcasing Gauguin's interest in exploring the expressive potential of color and composition.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Still Life with Fruit