Artwork
Still life with strawberries
Still life with strawberries is an oil painting by Pedro Alexandrino Borges. It dates from 1906 and is held in the collection of the São Paulo Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Pedro Alexandrino Borges painted Still Life with Strawberries around 1906 using oil on canvas. The work is part of the collection of the São Paulo Museum of Art, where it is displayed as an example of early twentieth‑century Brazilian still‑life painting.
Subject & Meaning
The composition centers on a cluster of ripe strawberries rendered with vivid red tones and a glossy surface. They rest beside a glass vessel and a metal container, both placed on a dark brown tabletop, creating a simple yet intimate study of everyday objects.
Technique & Style
Borges employs precise brushwork to model the fruit’s texture, capturing subtle highlights that suggest moisture. The metal container and glass are treated with delicate reflections and muted shadows, while the overall palette balances warm reds against a subdued, earthy background.
History & Provenance
Since its creation, the painting has remained in Brazil, eventually entering the holdings of the São Paulo Museum of Art. Its acquisition date is not recorded in the available sources, but it has been part of the museum’s permanent collection for several decades.
Artist & collection
Artist
Pedro Alexandrino Borges (1856–1942) was an artist, born in São Paulo.
