“Still life with eagle,” crafted by Francisco Franco, is a canvas oil painting that exemplifies the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. This artwork belongs to the genres of still life and animal painting, presenting a meticulous depiction of nature and wildlife.
The artwork features a prominent eagle with its wings spread, seemingly caught in a moment of motion. The foreground includes several birds, one of which is clutched in the eagle’s talons, while others lie on the ground nearby, lifeless. A hunting rifle and a bag containing rifle cartridges are also present, adding a dramatic narrative to the composition. The background reveals a panoramic landscape with mountains, trees, and a cloudy sky, rendered in a detailed yet simplistic style typical of the Naïve Art movement. The painting masterfully combines elements of still life with dynamic action, offering an engaging and evocative representation of nature’s raw power and the influence of human activities.
