Fruit Basket
1650
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Fruit Basket is a 1650 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This photo shows a table piled with fruit—pears, apples, grapes, plums, and cherries. Some sit loose, while others spill from bowls. In the back, a branch holds more cherries, and a few ears of corn peek out. The colors are warm and natural, with shadows making the shapes pop. The photo looks like it was taken to show off how real and fresh the fruit is. The lighting makes the colors stand out, especially the reds and greens. If you like this kind of close-up food photo, check out chiaroscuro to learn how lighting creates depth.
