Henri Fantin-Latour
Displayed at the Salon of 1866, this still life is part of a large collection of similar works that Henri Fantin-Latour created during the 1860s. Along with his paintings of flower bouquets, these works gained immense popularity among enthusiastic English collectors introduced to him by Whistler.
This composition, meticulously finished against a neutral background, highlights the arrangement of objects on the table, embodying the "charm and simplicity" that Whistler attributed to Fantin-Latour’s work. The chromatic harmony achieved through patient observation is complemented by the variety of flowers and fruit thoughtfully arranged on the surface. Each element accurately captures the volume and texture of the objects, showcasing the artist's renowned attention to detail and imparting a tactile quality to the scene.
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