Artwork
Fruit
Fruit is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Jozef Van de Roije. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
About this work
Overview
Fruit is an oil painting created by Jozef Van de Roije in 1898, currently held at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a still life arrangement featuring various fruits, including grapes, apples, and peaches, alongside a pumpkin, on a table with a patterned red and blue cloth. The composition includes ornate silver dishes, adding to the overall opulence of the scene.
Technique & Style
The artwork showcases a high level of detail and realism, particularly in its rendering of textures and the effects of light on the subjects. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasts between light and dark, is evident in the painting's dramatic illumination.
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Artist & collection
Artist
This artist made still-life paintings of everyday objects in the late 19th century.
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En kurv med frugter på en træstub
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Opstilling med vinglas, østers, citron og andre frugter
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