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Fruits and Flowers (copy of a painted border in the Palazzo Ducale, Mantua)

Moritz Meurer

1887

tempera

canvas

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Still Life

Dominant colour

Fruits and Flowers (copy of a painted border in the Palazzo Ducale, Mantua) is a 1887 tempera by Moritz Meurer, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Moritz Meurer
When & what style?: 1887
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting is a still life, showcasing a variety of fruits and flowers. The arrangement is vertical, with the items stacked on top of each other. The fruits include apples, grapes, and pears, while the flowers are not clearly defined. The colors used are muted, with shades of green, yellow, and brown dominating the palette. A notable detail is the use of leaves to separate the different types of fruits and flowers. This creates a sense of depth and texture in the painting. The overall effect is one of abundance and fertility, as if the fruits and flowers are overflowing from the canvas. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Moritz Meurer.