Artwork

Still Life (figs)

Still Life (figs), by Martín Boneo, oil, 1850
Still Life (figs), by Martín Boneo, oil, 1850

Still Life (figs) is an oil painting by the Realist artist Martín Boneo. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.

About this work

Overview

Still Life (figs) is an oil painting by Martín Boneo, dated to around 1850, now part of the collection at the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a simple still life arrangement of figs and grapes on a table, with a basket subtly placed in the background, conveying a sense of understated elegance.

Technique & Style

Boneo employed a realistic style, characterized by visible brushstrokes that impart a textured quality to the work. The palette is muted, featuring predominantly greens, browns, and yellows.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1850, the painting is currently housed at the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires, though specific details of its acquisition or earlier ownership are not provided here.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Martín Boneo

Artist

Martín Boneo

Martín Boneo (1829–1915) was an artist, born in Buenos Aires.