Still Life with Curtain and Flowered Pitcher (c. 1899) by Paul Cezanne

Still Life with Curtain and Flowered Pitcher - Paul Cezanne - 1895

Artwork Information

TitleStill Life with Curtain and Flowered Pitcher
ArtistPaul Cezanne
Date1895
MediumOil on Canvas
Dimensions55 x 74 cm
Art MovementPost-Impressionism
Current LocationHermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg, Russia

About Still Life with Curtain and Flowered Pitcher

The artwork titled “Still Life with Curtain and Flowered Pitcher” was painted by Paul Cezanne in 1895. This oil on canvas painting reflects the Post-Impressionism movement and measures 55 x 74 cm. Classified as a still life, it currently resides in the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

The artwork is a quintessential example of Cezanne’s exploration of the still life genre, displaying a rich composition that harmonizes color, shape, and texture. In this painting, a curtain is draped elegantly on the left side, partially revealing a table set against a patterned backdrop of foliage. The central focus of the painting is a flowered pitcher, its curved form echoed by the rounded shapes of the fruit, predominantly oranges, which are arranged on a plate and scattered loosely on the table. Cezanne’s masterful use of light and shadow brings volume to the objects, while his characteristic brushstrokes impose a sense of tactile presence. The contrasting elements of geometry and organic forms showcase Cezanne’s skill in bridging the traditional with the innovative, making this still life a significant piece that invites contemplation.

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