Artwork
Corn and Cantaloupe
Corn and Cantaloupe is an unspecified painting by the American Folk Art artist Raphaelle Peale. It dates from 1813 and is held in the collection of the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.
About this work
Overview
Corn and Cantaloupe is a still-life painting created by Raphaelle Peale in 1813.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a simple arrangement of corn and a cantaloupe on a flat surface, with a peeled-back corn husk and a halved cantaloupe. The everyday objects are rendered in precise detail, inviting contemplation of their textures and forms.
Technique & Style
Peale's use of color and lighting creates a sense of depth, drawing attention to the details of the fruit and vegetables. The overall effect is one of quiet reflection, achieved through a straightforward composition and meticulous rendering of the subjects.
Artist & collection
Artist
Raphaelle Peale (sometimes spelled Raphael Peale; February 17, 1774 – March 4, 1825) is considered the first professional American painter of still-life.
Museum
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
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