Bottle, glass and lemons
- Original dimensions
- 25.4 x 35.5 cm
- Museum
- Yale University Art Gallery
- Year
- 1868
Scene depicted
The composition of Bottle, Glass and Lemons precisely reveals the nuances of everyday objects. It is an ode to simple elements, where the fragility of glass unites with the robustness of lemons. The painting tells the silent melody of a suspended moment, inviting the viewer to dive into a universe where each shape and color intertwine harmoniously.
Historical context
Created in 1868 in the heart of Provence, during a period of great artistic effervescence, the painting Bottle, Glass and Lemons reveals itself as a brilliant testimony of post-impressionism . The painting, currently exhibited at the Yale University Art Gallery , embodies not only the living tableau of an era but also a bridge to the soul of its creator, Paul Cézanne .
Place in the artist's career
Bottle, Glass and Lemons represents a significant step in Cézanne's artistic journey. It stands as a stylistic turning point, positioned between works such as The Card Players and The Large Bird , reflecting his evolution towards bolder compositions and an exploration of geometric forms, where light plays a central role.
Anecdote
“Nature, for me, is also a canvas of sensations.” These words from Cézanne, evoking his unbreakable bond with the world, perfectly translate the inspiration behind Bottle, Glass and Lemons . Perhaps one morning, in a caressing light, offering its golden reflections on the canvas, he captured the very essence of what he saw, transforming each pigment into a song of beauty.