Still Life with Pansies
The Met
Artist: Henri Fantin-Latour(French, Grenoble 1836–1904 Buré)
Date: 1874
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 18 1/2 x 22 1/4 in. (47 x 56.5 cm)
Credit Line: The Mr. and Mrs. Henry Ittleson Jr. Purchase Fund, 1966
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Colorful pansies in terracotta pots and a wicker basket, with green apples on a table
Detailed Description
The painting presents a still life arrangement set on a dark wooden table against a plain, dark background. In the left half of the composition, two light-colored, unglazed terracotta pots are positioned side-by-side, each containing a cluster of pansies with green foliage. To the right of these pots, a woven basket, appearing to be made of light brown wicker, is filled with an abundance of pansies and their leaves. The pansies display a variety of colors, including vibrant yellows with dark centers, deep purples with yellow and white markings, and white petals with purple and yellow accents. Their green leaves are visible, creating a lush base for the blooms. On the right side of the wooden table, a small pile of four or five apples is arranged. These apples are predominantly light green, with some showing patches of reddish blush. A few detached green leaves are scattered near the apples. The light source appears to originate from the upper left, casting subtle highlights on the flowers and fruit and creating soft shadows on the table surface. The dark, uniform background provides a strong contrast, making the colorful subjects stand out.
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