Still-life with Asparagus
1891
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1891
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This painting shows a still life of asparagus on a table. The asparagus is tied together in a bundle and placed on a white cloth with a red stripe. A large, shiny metal pot is behind the asparagus, with a spoon sticking out of it. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to the textures and colors of the objects. The asparagus is depicted in various shades of green, while the pot and spoon are a bright, shiny metal. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the objects in the foreground. This painting is similar to the work of other still-life artists who use chiaroscuro.
