The artwork titled “Still Life with Fish Bowl” by Paula Modersohn-Becker, created circa 1906, is an oil on canvas piece belonging to the Post-Impressionist movement. This still life composition measures 50.5 x 74 cm and is housed in the Von der Heydt Museum in Wuppertal, Germany.
The artwork exudes a serene and contemplative quality through its careful arrangements and the soft interplay of colors and textures. At the center of the composition is a clear fishbowl containing two vibrant orange fish, adding a lively element to the scene. Adjacent to the bowl is a rustic yellow jug, adorned with a single delicate pink flower. The foreground displays a blue bowl filled with bright oranges and a lemon, while segments of a peeled orange lie casually on the white tablecloth. The overall palette is warm and inviting, with earthy browns, soft yellows, and the occasional splash of vibrant color, all set against a muted backdrop. The artist’s brushwork is both expressive and controlled, capturing the essence of each object while maintaining a harmonious balance within the composition.
