The artwork, titled “Asparagus,” was created by Edouard Manet in 1880 in Paris, France. It is an oil-on-canvas painting that belongs to the Realism art movement and falls within the still life genre. Currently, this artwork is housed in the Musée d’Orsay in Paris, France.
The artwork depicts a single asparagus spear lying horizontally across a flat surface. The spear is rendered in muted tones of green and purple, with subtle highlights of white and yellow that suggest the vegetable’s texture and freshness. The background is treated with broad, fluid brushstrokes in shades of gray and off-white, providing a contrasting, neutral backdrop that emphasizes the simplicity and elegance of the asparagus. Manet’s signature can be seen in the upper right corner, adding a personal touch to this rather minimalist composition. The overall effect of the artwork is one of understated sophistication, capturing a moment of stillness and simplicity.
