Apples
The Met
Artist: Gustave Courbet(French, second half 19th century)
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 13 x 17 3/8 in. (33 x 44.1 cm)
Credit Line: H. O. Havemeyer Collection, Bequest of Mrs. H. O. Havemeyer, 1929
Visual Descriptions
AI GeneratedVisual Summary
Brief Description
Five round fruits arranged against a dark, textured background in a black and white image
Detailed Description
A black and white image shows five round fruits arranged in the foreground against a dark, heavily textured background. The fruits, possibly apples or similar produce, are rendered with visible, thick brushstrokes, giving them a slightly uneven and organic appearance. Three fruits are positioned prominently in the front row, with two more slightly behind them, creating a sense of depth. The fruit on the far left is round and slightly flattened at the top and bottom. The central fruit is the largest and most prominent, with a small indentation at its top. The fruit on the far right shows a distinct vertical crease or indentation. All fruits exhibit lighter tones on their left sides, and darker tones on their right sides and undersides, creating a sense of volume. The background is a deep, mottled black, with swirling and uneven textures that suggest a draped fabric or an abstract surface. Stark contrast exists between the lighter, solid forms of the fruits and the dark, atmospheric backdrop. A faint signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
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