Museum Langmatt

Fruits and Sugar Bowl

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Original dimensions: 33.5 x 24 cm

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Museum LangmattPaul CézannePost-Impressionnisme

Scene depicted

In this painting , fruits carefully arranged in a sugar bowl are highlighted by soft light, creating a warm atmosphere. The composition, rich in details, evokes a living nature, almost palpable, drawing the eye and inviting contemplation.

Historical context

Œuvre : Fruits et sucrier |BRK| Artiste : Paul Cézanne |BRK| Année : 1878 |BRK| Musée : musée Langmatt Fondation Sidney et Jenny Brown |BRK| Dimensions : 33.5 x 24 cm |BRK|

Place in the artist's career

This tableau represents a pivotal moment in Cézanne's career, marking a transition to his more abstract works. By comparing "Fruits et sucrier" with "La Montagne Sainte-Victoire" and "Les Joueurs de cartes", one can perceive the evolution of the artist's style and technical mastery.

Anecdote

“Art is not an island, but a sea where each work must connect to the other.” This quote summarizes Cézanne's quest, inspired by the fruits he encountered during his spring walks. The vibrant hues and careful selection of objects compose an artistic work that reveals the beauty of the ephemeral.