The artwork “Still Life with Dagger,” executed by Patrick Caulfield in 1963, is created using oil on board. It is characterized by the stylistic influences of Cubism and Pop Art, evidenced through its vibrant aesthetic. The piece belongs to the still life genre and is housed in Tate Britain, London, UK.
The artwork presents a contemporary take on traditional still life compositions. It features a minimalist arrangement of objects, executed in a flat, graphic style. Central to the composition is a large, abstracted jug outlined in vivid orange and gray tones, juxtaposed with a delicate string of pearls and an intricately designed blue dagger. The backdrop consists of geometric shapes in blocks of color, notably gray and blue, with clean white lines, lending a sense of depth and perspective to the otherwise flat imagery. The stylization and bold use of color are indicative of the Pop Art movement, while the arrangement and abstract representation echo the principles of Cubism.
