Apples and grapes
1906
oil
From the collection of Pinacoteca de São Paulo
1906
oil
From the collection of Pinacoteca de São Paulo
This painting shows a still life with a large pitcher, a plate of fruit, and a vase of flowers. The pitcher is shiny and metallic, with a handle on one side. It's sitting on a table with a white cloth draped over the edge. There are apples and grapes on the plate, and some have fallen onto the table. The vase of flowers is behind the pitcher, and it's hard to see what kind of flowers they are. The painting is done in oil paint, and it has a warm, golden light. The colors are muted, with lots of browns and tans. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. If you like this painting, you might want to check out the work of Pedro Alexandrino Borges, the artist who created it.
