Q24020309

Q24020309

François Bonvin

1867

oil

From the collection of Kröller-Müller Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a still life with a bundle of asparagus tied with a brown string, placed on a table. The asparagus is positioned in front of a copper pot, which features a long handle and a spoon resting inside. To the right of the pot are several cherries, and a white cloth is draped over the edge of the table. A small knife is partially visible under the cloth. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, with the asparagus and pot standing out against the darker background. The artist's attention to detail and use of light and shadow draw the viewer's eye to the subject, inviting a closer look. The painting is held at the Kröller-Müller Museum.

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