The artwork titled “Still life,” created by Andre Derain in 1910, is an oil on canvas piece that belongs to the Cubism movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 92 x 71 cm, and it falls under the still life genre.
The artwork depicts a meticulously arranged composition of everyday objects typical of a still life. Dominated by geometric shapes and a restricted color palette, the painting features a variety of items placed on a tabletop. Among these objects are a bottle, a pitcher, a bowl with fruits, a textured cloth, and what appears to be a container or a jug. The use of sharp lines, angular forms, and the reduction of the objects into basic geometrical shapes are characteristic of Cubism, articulating the artist’s intent to present multiple viewpoints simultaneously. The interplay of light and shadow, as well as the muted yet earthy tones, contribute to the overall harmony and depth of the composition, encapsulating the essence of Cubist aesthetics.
