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Still Life with Apples, 1871-1872. Creator: Gustave Courbet
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Still Life with Apples, 1871-1872. Creator: Gustave Courbet
Still Life with Apples, 1871-1872
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This still life painting, titled "Still Life with Apples," was created by the renowned French artist Gustave Courbet between 1871 and 1872. The artwork is a stunning representation of the natural world, featuring a luscious arrangement of apples artfully placed on a rough table against the backdrop of an outdoor setting. The apples, with their rich red hues and varying textures, exude a sense of ripeness and abundance, as if freshly plucked from the tree. Courbet's masterful use of oil on canvas brings the still life to life, capturing the subtle details of the fruit's surface and the intricacies of the tabletop. The artist's commitment to realism is evident in the authentic portrayal of the apples, which are presented in all their imperfect glory, with some showing signs of bruising and others displaying a slight sheen. The painting's setting is evocative of a rural, rustic scene, with the suggestion of trees and plants in the background, and the hint of a twilight hour in the fading light. The title "La Soiree" (The Evening) further emphasizes the time of day and the tranquility of the moment. This work is a testament to Courbet's dedication to capturing the beauty of the natural world and the passing of time. It is a quintessential example of the 19th-century artistic movements of realism and regionalism, and a cherished addition to the collections of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
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