The Fruitdish (1912) by Georges Braque

The Fruitdish - Georges Braque - 1912

Artwork Information

TitleThe Fruitdish
ArtistGeorges Braque
Date1912
MediumOil on Canvas
Dimensions41 x 33 cm
Art MovementCubism
Current LocationThomas Ammann Fine Art, Zürich, Switzerland
Location Created France
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About The Fruitdish

Georges Braque’s The Fruitdish, painted in 1912, is an excellent example of Cubist art. The painting portrays fragmented shapes and multiple perspectives that break away from traditional artistic techniques. While the fruit in the painting is depicted realistically, the background is abstracted, emphasizing Braque’s rejection of conventional methods.

The Fruitdish demonstrates Braque’s passion for Cubism as he aimed to create a feeling of depth and multidimensionality within his paintings. With this painting, he effectively highlights how objects can be broken down into geometric forms and reassembled in new ways while still being recognizable. This technique challenges traditional views on perspective by simultaneously showing different angles of the same object.

Braque’s ability to navigate between abstraction and realism sets him apart from other artists during this time. His unique style exemplifies his ability to express emotions through his art while remaining grounded in reality. Overall, The Fruitdish showcases Braque’s progression through Cubism and his influence on contemporary art movements such as Fauvism and Abstract Expressionism.

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