Melon, grapes and peaches
1844
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1844
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a still life of fruit on a rough wooden table. There’s a big melon, a bunch of grapes, and a few peaches. The background is plain, letting the fruit stand out. The artist used soft watercolor washes to show light and shadow. The focus is on the textures—like the fuzzy peach skin or the smooth melon. Look up Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.