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Chrysanthemums and a Basket of Apples

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A still life unfurls before us, a tapestry of textures and hues meticulously rendered. The eye is immediately drawn to the basket overflowing with fruit, their varied forms and colors – the blush of red, the verdant green, the sun-kissed yellow – creating a visual feast. The artist's brushwork is evident in the subtle play of light and shadow, giving each piece a sense of weight and volume. The composition is beautifully balanced, the robust fruit in the basket anchoring the scene, while the vibrant blooms in the vase reach upward, creating a dynamic counterpoint. The cool, crisp white tablecloth beneath further accentuates the warmth of the fruit and flowers.

Chrysanthemums and a Basket of Apples

Félix Edouard Vallotton

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1922

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5919 × 4743 px
810 × 650 mm

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