Still life with brown jug (c.1918; France) by Georges Braque

Still life with brown jug - Georges Braque - c.1918; France

Artwork Information

TitleStill life with brown jug
ArtistGeorges Braque
Datec.1918; France
Mediumcollage,oil,canvas
Art MovementExpressionism

About Still life with brown jug

“Still Life with Brown Jug” is a compelling work by Georges Braque, created around 1918 in France. This artwork embodies the Expressionism movement, although Braque is more typically associated with Cubism. The medium employed in this piece is an amalgamation of collage, oil, and canvas, classified under the genre of still life.

The artwork presents a juxtaposition of assorted textures and shapes, emphasizing a composition of everyday objects viewed from multiple perspectives—a hallmark of Braque’s approach to still life. Dominating the canvas is a centrally placed brown jug, paired with objects that might be interpreted as sliced fruit, grapes, and perhaps a piece of drapery or a napkin. The table on which these items rest appears to be patterned with geometrical designs, contributing to the collage aspect of the work. The tonal palette is subdued, employing browns, creams, and whites to create an impression of solidity and earthiness.

Through this integration of collage elements with painted areas, Braque explores the relationships between color, texture, and form, achieving a balance that brings a vibrant dimensionality to the otherwise flat canvas. His application of paint varies in thickness and texture, providing depth and interest to the still life arrangement and demonstrating his mastery in combining various mediums to realize his artistic vision.

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