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Still Life with Violin
Still Life with Violin is an unspecified painting by the Realist artist William Michael Harnett. It is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
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Overview
Still Life with Violin is a 1893 painting by William Harnett, exemplifying his skill in trompe-l'œil still life within the Realist tradition.
Subject & Meaning
The composition features a violin on a blue cloth, accompanied by an open book, a pitcher, and a sheet of music, arranged on a wooden table to evoke a sense of quiet contemplation and harmony.
Technique & Style
Harnett's meticulous rendering creates a convincing illusion of three-dimensionality, using muted colors and soft lighting to enhance the still life's serene atmosphere.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston collection.
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Artist
William Michael Harnett (August 10, 1848 – October 29, 1892) was an American painter known for his trompe-l'œil still lifes of ordinary objects.
