The artwork, titled “Still Life: Fruits on a Table,” was created by Edouard Manet in 1864 in Paris, France. This piece, rendered in oil on canvas, aligns with the Realism art movement. Measuring 45 x 73.5 cm, it belongs to the still life genre and is currently housed at the Musée d’Orsay in Paris, France.
The artwork vividly depicts a serene and meticulous arrangement of fruits on a table. Dominating the scene is a basket brimming with ripe peaches and apples, adorned with green leaves. Below this basket lies a cluster of grapes, complemented by additional fruits scattered around, including quinces and more grapes. A simple, elegant glass and a knife with a golden handle rest on the white tablecloth, which captures the light and creates soft shadows, adding depth to the composition. The neutral brown background contrasts with the vibrant colors of the fruits and the stark white tablecloth, emphasizing the textures and forms in the arrangement. Manet’s skillful use of light and shadow highlights the naturalistic quality of the scene, capturing the essence of the Realism movement.
