Plums
1890
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
About the artist
Artist
Edouard Manet
Édouard Manet didn’t have much time to make his mark—he died at 51—but he used every year.
See the richer artist page1890
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Plums is a 1890 oil by Edouard Manet, a Impressionism work, held at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
This painting shows a still life of apples. The apples are arranged in a row, with some facing forward and others turned to the side. They are painted in shades of green, yellow, and red, with visible brushstrokes that give the image a sense of texture. The apples are set against a dark background, which helps to make them stand out. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out the work of Édouard Manet.
Édouard Manet didn’t have much time to make his mark—he died at 51—but he used every year.
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