Still Life with Lobster 1907

Mikhail Larionov's "Still Life with Lobster" (1907) is a striking example of Russian avant-garde art. The painting features a carefully arranged collection of objects, including a lobster, bread, bottles, and a mirror reflecting a snowy landscape, set against a vibrant wallpaper adorned with stylized figures. The use of bold colors, flattened perspectives, and simplified forms reflects the influence of Cubism and the growing interest in folk art and primitivism in early 20th century Russia. Larionov's work challenged traditional artistic conventions and paved the way for the development of Russian avant-garde movements.