Still Life with Attributes of the Arts 1766

Jean-Baptiste-Simeon Chardin's "Still Life with Attributes of the Arts" (1766) is a masterful example of the Rococo style. The painting, now housed in the Hermitage Museum, depicts a collection of objects associated with various artistic disciplines, including a plaster cast of a figure, a palette with paints, and a book of drawings. Chardin, known for his intimate and realistic depictions, captures the beauty of ordinary objects, highlighting their tactile quality and nuanced forms. The composition invites viewers to contemplate the role of art in society and the interconnectedness of different artistic expressions.