The artwork titled “Flowers and Fruit” was created by Henri Fantin-Latour in 1865. Executed in oil on canvas, this piece belongs to the Realism movement and measures 64 by 57 centimeters. It can be classified within the still life genre and is currently housed in the Musée d’Orsay in Paris, France.
In the artwork, a meticulous arrangement of flowers and fruit is depicted with remarkable precision and attention to detail, hallmarks of the Realist movement. The composition features a vase filled with vibrantly colored, blossoming flowers in shades of red, pink, and white. Adjacent to the floral display, a table bears a white plate holding a selection of fruits, including apples, pears, and peaches, along with clusters of grapes. The scene is completed with a knife placed beside the plate, suggesting a moment of serene domesticity. The artist’s masterful use of light and texture invites the viewer to appreciate both the beauty and simplicity of everyday objects.
