Who painted Twelve Months of Fruit: February?

Twelve Months of Fruit: February was painted by Henry Fletcher in 1732.

Where can I see Twelve Months of Fruit: February?

Twelve Months of Fruit: February is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Twelve Months of Fruit: February?

Twelve Months of Fruit: February is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Twelve Months of Fruit: February

Henry Fletcher , 1732

Twelve Months of Fruit: February is a print by the Baroque artist Henry Fletcher. It dates from 1732 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

This painting shows a still life of fruit for the month of February.
The artist used watercolor to add color to the fruit, making them look more realistic. This was a new approach at the time, as earlier works were often colored in a less realistic way.
You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of the artist: Henry Fletcher (British, active 1715–38)

Overview

Twelve Months of Fruit: February is a hand-colored etching by Furber, depicting a still life arrangement of fruit associated with the month of February.

Technique & Style

The print's etched design was colored with watercolor, a technique that added a realistic appearance to the fruit and enhanced the overall three-dimensional effect. This approach marked a departure from earlier, less realistic coloring methods.

History & Provenance

The print was part of a series that saw multiple editions between the 1730s and 1750s, indicating its enduring popularity and decorative appeal.

Artist & collection

Artist

Henry Fletcher

Henry Fletcher (fl. 1710–1750), was an English engraver. Fletcher worked in London, and produced engravings possessing some merit. He most excelled as an engraver of flowers, notably The Twelve Months of Flowers and The…