Agave 1916

"Agave" (1916) by Pyotr Konchalovsky is a still life painting that depicts a potted agave plant with a few everyday objects, including a pipe, a cup, a book, and a box of cigarettes. The composition is characterized by bold, simplified forms and vibrant colors, reflecting the influence of Cézanne and other Post-Impressionist artists. Konchalovsky's use of thick brushstrokes and a flattened perspective lends a sense of immediacy and energy to the work, placing it within the broader context of Russian avant-garde art.