
The basket of fruit
€ 495
Color, Oil
80 x 50 x 1 cm
This painting is a beautifully composed still life featuring a basket of fruit, a folded blue cloth, and a ceramic pitcher. The setting is arranged on a simple, light-colored surface with a neutral, softly textured background that brings the focus to the objects.
The central element is a woven basket filled with ripe apples in shades of red, yellow, and green. The apples are realistically detailed, with soft highlights and shadows capturing their round, smooth textures. A few green leaves add a touch of freshness to the composition, bringing life to the still life scene.
A vibrant blue cloth drapes casually over the side of the basket, contrasting with the earthy tones of the basket and the warm colors of the apples. Its folds are carefully painted, giving it a soft and slightly reflective quality, adding depth and a pop of color to the arrangement.
On the right side of the painting stands a blue ceramic pitcher with a smooth, glazed finish. Its deep cobalt color and solid shape provide a balanced counterpoint to the organic shapes of the apples and basket. The pitcher has a subtle texture, as if it were handcrafted, and reflects a bit of light, adding to its dimensionality.
A few apples, one partly peeled, and some scattered walnuts complete the arrangement on the table, adding to the naturalistic feel. The partially peeled apple reveals a rich, warm inner flesh that contrasts with the shiny, textured skin. The light source, coming from the left, casts soft shadows, enhancing the realism and giving the composition a quiet, contemplative atmosphere.
Overall, the painting conveys a sense of warmth, simplicity, and rustic charm, celebrating the beauty of everyday objects with a classical approach to still life. The artist's skillful use of color, light, and texture creates a realistic yet inviting scene.
The central element is a woven basket filled with ripe apples in shades of red, yellow, and green. The apples are realistically detailed, with soft highlights and shadows capturing their round, smooth textures. A few green leaves add a touch of freshness to the composition, bringing life to the still life scene.
A vibrant blue cloth drapes casually over the side of the basket, contrasting with the earthy tones of the basket and the warm colors of the apples. Its folds are carefully painted, giving it a soft and slightly reflective quality, adding depth and a pop of color to the arrangement.
On the right side of the painting stands a blue ceramic pitcher with a smooth, glazed finish. Its deep cobalt color and solid shape provide a balanced counterpoint to the organic shapes of the apples and basket. The pitcher has a subtle texture, as if it were handcrafted, and reflects a bit of light, adding to its dimensionality.
A few apples, one partly peeled, and some scattered walnuts complete the arrangement on the table, adding to the naturalistic feel. The partially peeled apple reveals a rich, warm inner flesh that contrasts with the shiny, textured skin. The light source, coming from the left, casts soft shadows, enhancing the realism and giving the composition a quiet, contemplative atmosphere.
Overall, the painting conveys a sense of warmth, simplicity, and rustic charm, celebrating the beauty of everyday objects with a classical approach to still life. The artist's skillful use of color, light, and texture creates a realistic yet inviting scene.