The artwork, titled “Still Life,” was created by William H. Johnson in 1926. This piece belongs to the Expressionism art movement and is categorized under the still life genre.
The artwork presents a vivid and dynamic arrangement of objects rendered in bold, expressive brushstrokes. A prominent orange gourd occupies the left side, juxtaposed against a blue and green background that sweeps energetically across the canvas. Beside the gourd, one can observe an assortment of colorful vegetables, including a green pepper, a yellow pepper, and several red onions or apples. In the center, a rustic cheese grater stands tall, accompanied by a wine bottle and a dish placed to its right, creating a balanced composition. The use of vibrant colors and dynamic forms generates a sense of movement and life, illustrating Johnson’s emotive approach to the traditional still life subject, characteristic of the Expressionist style.
