“Still Life with Peaches” is an artwork created by Henri Fantin-Latour in 1896 using oil on canvas. This piece of art belongs to the Realism art movement and fits within the still life genre. It is currently housed in a private collection.
The artwork meticulously portrays a wicker basket filled with ripe peaches, accompanied by a single peach placed nearby on a rustic surface. The painter’s masterful use of light and shadow enhances the colors and textures of the peaches, making them appear lifelike and palpable. The simplicity and focus on the natural beauty of everyday objects exemplify the characteristics of the Realism movement, where the artist’s attention to detail and dedication to rendering the subject accurately are clearly evident. The rich yet subdued background further accentuates the vibrancy of the peaches, creating a harmonious and balanced composition.
