Carcass of Beef (1924) by Chaim Soutine

Carcass of Beef - Chaim Soutine - 1924

Artwork Information

TitleCarcass of Beef
ArtistChaim Soutine
Date1924
Art MovementExpressionism

About Carcass of Beef

“Carcass of Beef,” created by Chaim Soutine in 1924, is a notable work within the Expressionism movement. This still life painting vividly depicts a suspended animal carcass, rendered with intense colors and dynamic brushstrokes characteristic of Expressionist art.

The artwork portrays a beef carcass hanging against a dark, seemingly chaotic background. Soutine’s bold use of reds, yellows, and blacks dramatizes the subject matter, evoking a visceral reaction from the viewer. The thick, textured application of paint underscores the physicality and rawness of the scene. The combination of contrasting colors and vigorous brushwork conveys a powerful emotional intensity, transforming a simple still life into an evocative and haunting visual experience.

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