The artwork, titled “Still Life,” was created by Fede Galizia in 1610. This composition, executed on canvas with oil paint, belongs to the Mannerism art movement, a phase of the late Renaissance. The genre of the artwork is still life.
In the artwork, there is a meticulously arranged display of fruit. Central to the composition is a glass pedestal dish holding several ripe peaches. The peaches, rendered with delicate light and shadow, convey a sense of volume and ripeness. Surrounding the dish, there are a few greenish apples, one of which is halved, revealing its seeds and inner structure. The arrangement is complemented by leaves and delicate white flowers, adding a touch of natural flora. The background is dark, which enhances the luminosity and realism of the fruit, showcasing Galizia’s exceptional attention to detail and mastery of still life painting.
