Still Life with Strawberries in a Compote

Severin Roesen

Created:
Movement:
1870
Realism
key Notes:
Lush abundance; meticulous realism.
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Dimensions:
Oval: 16 x 20 in. (40.6 x 50.8 cm)
medium:
Oil on board with gold leaf frame
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Still Life with Strawberries in a Compote by Severin Roesen

Severin Roesen, a German-American painter, is renowned for his opulent still life compositions, and "Still Life with Strawberries in a Compote," created in 1870, exemplifies his mastery in this genre. The painting, executed in oil on board and framed with gold leaf, showcases Roesen's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the lushness and vibrancy of fruit. Roesen's work is significant for its contribution to the American still life tradition, particularly during a period when such compositions were gaining popularity in the United States. His paintings often reflect the abundance and prosperity of the post-Civil War era, resonating with the cultural and economic optimism of the time. Roesen's legacy is marked by his influence on subsequent generations of still life artists, who admired his technical precision and rich use of color. Despite his success, much of Roesen's life remains shrouded in mystery, with limited biographical information available, adding an enigmatic quality to his artistic persona.

Description of the work:

Still Life with Strawberries in a Compote by Severin Roesen

Created in 1870, "Still Life with Strawberries in a Compote" by Severin Roesen is an oil on board painting featuring a meticulously detailed arrangement of strawberries, showcasing the artist's mastery in the still life genre. The artwork is framed with gold leaf, enhancing its opulent presentation and reflecting the 19th-century American fascination with abundance and natural beauty.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Still Life with Strawberries in a Compote