Still Life with Curtain and Flowered Pitcher (c. 1899) by Paul Cezanne

Still Life with Curtain and Flowered Pitcher - Paul Cezanne - 1895

Artwork Information

TitleStill Life with Curtain and Flowered Pitcher
ArtistPaul Cezanne
Date1895
MediumOil on Canvas
Dimensions55 x 74 cm
Art MovementPost-Impressionism
Current LocationHermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg, Russia
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About Still Life with Curtain and Flowered Pitcher

Paul Cezanne’s Still Life with Curtain and Flowered Pitcher (c. 1899) showcases the artist’s mastery of still life painting during his final period. The oil on canvas painting measures 55 x 74 cm and is located in the Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg, Russia. The piece features a flower-decorated pitcher and a brownish curtain with leaves in the background, showcasing Cezanne’s skillful attention to detail.

This artwork is part of a series of five still lifes painted by Cezanne that explore different forms and arrangements of simple objects like cloth, vases, or bowls. Cezanne was particularly fond of still life painting and used it as an opportunity to experiment with color, composition, and textures. He spent about 14-16 days creating this specific piece.

The painting is an excellent example of Post-Impressionism style characterized by vivid colors, thick brushstrokes, and strong outlines. It was a prized possession of French artist Paul Gauguin before it ended up in the Hermitage Museum collection. Overall Still Life with Curtain and Flowered Pitcher captures Cézanne’s legacy as an influential painter whose experimentation paved the way for modern art movements like Cubism and Fauvism.

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