Still life with sugar bowl and hyacinth in a glass 1905

"Still Life with Sugar Bowl and Hyacinth in a Glass" is a 1905 oil painting by German artist Paula Modersohn-Becker. The work, executed in her signature bold and simplified style, depicts a simple still life arrangement. It features a framed mirror reflecting a view of a room, a vase filled with hyacinth flowers, and a sugar bowl with a red knob. The dark background of the painting, a common feature in Modersohn-Becker’s work, draws the viewer's eye to the brightly colored objects. This painting embodies Modersohn-Becker's exploration of everyday subjects and her interest in conveying a sense of simplicity and immediacy.