Still Life with Ham

Philippe Rousseau

Created:
Movement:
1879
Realism
key Notes:
Opulent realism, Culinary abundance
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Dimensions:
28 3/4 x 36 1/4 in. (73 x 92.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Still Life with Ham by Philippe Rousseau

Philippe Rousseau (1816–1887) was a French painter renowned for his still life compositions, which often depicted everyday objects with meticulous attention to detail. Created in 1879, Still Life with Ham exemplifies Rousseau's skill in rendering textures and surfaces, particularly through the use of oil on canvas. This work is notable for its realistic portrayal of food items, a subject matter that was gaining popularity in the 19th century as part of the broader still life genre. Rousseau's paintings are characterized by their vibrant color palette and the subtle interplay of light and shadow, which contribute to the lifelike quality of his compositions. His contributions to the still life genre have been recognized for their influence on subsequent generations of artists who sought to capture the beauty of the mundane. Rousseau's work remains a testament to the artistic exploration of everyday life during the period.

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Still Life with Ham by Philippe Rousseau

Still Life with Ham, created in 1879 by Philippe Rousseau, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's mastery in the still life genre, showcasing a meticulous arrangement of food items with a focus on texture and realism. The artwork is characterized by its rich color palette and attention to detail, typical of the 19th-century French still life tradition.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Still Life with Ham