Pipe and Fruit Dish with Grapes 1918

Juan Gris's "Pipe and Fruit Dish with Grapes" (1918) is a prime example of Cubist still life. Gris, known for his geometric compositions, breaks down the objects into fragmented planes, emphasizing the interplay of form and color. The artist's use of bold, contrasting colors, like vibrant greens, reds, and blues, further enhances the sense of fragmentation and abstraction. The fragmented elements, including a pipe, fruit, and the inscription "JOUF," create a visually engaging and complex arrangement, reflecting the Cubist movement's fascination with the representation of multiple perspectives and the breakdown of traditional pictorial space.