Artwork
Stilleben mit Trauben
Stilleben mit Trauben is an oil painting by Andreas Sprecher von Bernegg. It is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
Andreas Sprecher von Bernegg’s oil painting titled *Stilleben mit Trauben* presents a carefully arranged grouping of grapes and assorted fruit. The work is part of the collection at the Kunsthaus Zürich and exemplifies the artist’s interest in rendering everyday objects with compositional precision.
Subject & Meaning
The composition centers on a cluster of grapes, their rounded forms dominating the visual field. Accompanying leaves, stems, and additional fruit are positioned to suggest a modest abundance, inviting contemplation of natural bounty and the tactile qualities of the produce.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil, the painting exploits the medium’s capacity for saturated hues and subtle tonal transitions. Sprecher von Bernegg employs chiaroscuro, modeling light and shadow to generate a convincing sense of volume and spatial recession, while the brushwork maintains a smooth, refined finish.
History & Provenance
Created by the Swiss painter Andreas Sprecher von Bernegg, the work entered the holdings of the Kunsthaus Zürich, where it remains on display. Its acquisition reflects the museum’s broader commitment to representing 19th‑century Swiss still‑life traditions.
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