Chickens on a White Cloth (1925) by Chaim Soutine

Chickens on a White Cloth - Chaim Soutine - 1925

Artwork Information

TitleChickens on a White Cloth
ArtistChaim Soutine
Date1925
Art MovementExpressionism

About Chickens on a White Cloth

The artwork “Chickens on a White Cloth” by Chaim Soutine, created in 1925, is an exemplar of the Expressionism movement and falls into the genre of still life. The painting vividly portrays two disheveled chickens laid upon a stark white cloth. The use of contrasting hues of ochre, brown, and deep reds against the white provides a dramatic and raw aesthetic, evoking a sense of poignancy and intensity. The brushwork is vigorous and textured, characteristic of Soutine’s expressive style, aiming to convey the emotional essence of the scene rather than a realistic depiction. The layered composition and the stark delineation between the subjects and their backdrop compellingly highlight the visceral nature of the artwork.

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