Still Life
1894
oil
From the collection of Pinacoteca de São Paulo
1894
oil
From the collection of Pinacoteca de São Paulo
This painting shows a still life with a basket of vegetables and fruits. The basket is overflowing with carrots, radishes, and leafy greens. Next to the basket, there are more fruits and vegetables, including onions, apples, and a few other items that are hard to identify. The painting is done in a realistic style, with a lot of detail and texture. The colors are muted, with shades of brown, green, and red dominating the palette. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, you might want to check out some of his other works.
