Nature Morte c. 1912

"Nature Morte" (c. 1912) by Louis Marcoussis is an example of Cubist still life painting, where everyday objects are broken down and reassembled in an abstract form. The flat, geometric shapes and vibrant colors create a sense of depth and movement, while the inclusion of a label for travel company Thomas Cook, along with the seemingly random, fragmented arrangement of objects, emphasizes the influence of modern life on artistic expression.