Artwork
Still Life with a Liqueur Bottle
Still Life with a Liqueur Bottle is an oil painting by the Realist artist Diego Rivera. It dates from 1915 and is held in the collection of the Kröller-Müller Museum.
About this work
Overview
Still Life with a Liqueur Bottle is an oil painting by Diego Rivera, created in 1915. It is a still life composition that showcases the artist's ability to work on a smaller scale.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features a liqueur bottle as its central element, surrounded by indistinct objects that appear to be fruit or vegetables. The muted color palette, dominated by shades of brown and gray, creates a subdued atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by a collage-like style, achieved through the use of oil paint. The solid-colored background helps to isolate the objects, drawing attention to their forms and textures.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Kröller-Müller Museum's collection. Created during a period when Rivera was known for his large-scale murals, Still Life with a Liqueur Bottle demonstrates his versatility as an artist.
Artist & collection
Artist
Diego María de la Concepción Juan Nepomuceno Estanislao de la Rivera y Barrientos Acosta y Rodríguez was a Mexican painter. His large frescoes helped establish the mural movement in Mexican and international art.
