Artwork
Grapes
Grapes is an oil painting by the Cubism Synthetic artist Juan Gris. It dates from 1913 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
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Overview
Grapes is a 1913 oil painting by Juan Gris, currently part of the collection at the Museum of Modern Art. The work depicts a still life composition.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features a still life of grapes in varied hues (green, red, purple), a green wine bottle, and a yellow and white tablecloth. The subject is rendered in a Cubist manner, emphasizing geometric forms and fragmented shapes.
Technique & Style
Characterized by muted tones with predominant browns, grays, and blacks, the painting exhibits Cubist principles through its geometric and fragmented composition, creating a sense of depth and textured simplicity.
History & Provenance
Created in 1913, the painting is now held in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
Context
Grapes reflects Juan Gris's exploration of Cubism, a movement pioneered by Picasso and Braque, focusing on reinterpreting objects through geometric abstraction.
Legacy
While specific influence of 'Grapes' is not broadly highlighted, it contributes to the broader recognition of Juan Gris as a key Cubist painter, notable for his unique approach to the style.
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Artist & collection
Artist
José Victoriano González-Pérez, better known as Juan Gris, was a Spanish painter born in Madrid who lived and worked in France for most of his active period.
