Fruit and a Jug on a Table
Paul Cézanne, French, circa 1890-1894
(oil on canvas)
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
This is the third and final entry in our discussion on the history of still life. Continue reading
Still Life
In this tour we will focus on a variety of art works and learn about the history of still life. Remember, work your way from the entry at the bottom of the page to the entry at the top.
Vanitas Still Life
Still Life with Basket of Fruit
Balthasar van der Ast, Dutch, 1622
(oil on panel)
North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh
Let’s continue our discussion on the history of still life and look at two vanitas still life paintings that are rich in symbolism. Continue reading
Still Life
Still Life
Sam Taylor-Wood, British, 2001
(35mm film transferred to video)
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
The next three entries are for the student who loves the history of art—in this case, the history of still life. Shall we begin? Continue reading