Artwork
A basket of flowers with fruit
A basket of flowers with fruit is an oil painting by Johann Baptist Drechsler. It dates from 1805 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.
About this work
Overview
A basket of flowers with fruit is an oil painting created by Johann Baptist Drechsler in 1805. The work is part of the Fitzwilliam Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a basket overflowing with a diverse array of flowers, including roses and carnations, alongside fruits such as grapes and a peach, arranged on a dark surface.
Technique & Style
The artwork showcases Drechsler's attention to detail in rendering the delicate textures of the flowers and fruits. Rich, vivid colors in shades of pink, yellow, blue, and green contribute to the overall effect.
Artist & collection
Artist
Johann Baptist Drechsler (1756–1811) was an artist, born in Lichtental.
