Eggplants and Pomegranates
1850
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1850
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows a pile of eggplants and pomegranates. The eggplants are dark purple and glossy, while the pomegranates are split open, revealing their red seeds. The background is a mix of warm browns and blues, with thick brushstrokes that make the shapes look rough and textured. The way the paint is applied feels almost three-dimensional, like you could reach out and touch the surfaces. This technique is called *impasto*—thick layers of paint built up on the canvas. Look up impasto to see more examples of this bold, tactile style.
