Artwork
Twelve Months of Fruit: July
Twelve Months of Fruit: July 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
Overview
Twelve Months of Fruit: July is a 1732 engraving by Henry Fletcher, part of a series of twelve prints illustrating seasonal fruit.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a still life arrangement of fruit, showcasing varieties available during July. The decorative composition reflects the artistic conventions of the time, emphasizing the artist's skill and potentially symbolizing the owner's prosperity.
Technique & Style
Fletcher's engraving is characterized by the use of chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes strong contrasts between light and dark to create a visually appealing effect. This stylistic choice was typical of still life compositions during the early 18th century.
History & Provenance
The engraving was created from drawings by Pieter Casteels and published by Robert Furber as part of a collection initiated in 1730. Fletcher was an English engraver active in London from 1715 to 1738, known for his botanical and ornithological illustrations.
Artist & collection
Artist
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…
