Pray for These Little Ones (Perforce They Live Together) 1974

"Pray for These Little Ones (Perforce They Live Together)" is a 1974 painting by American artist Ivan Albright, known for his meticulously detailed, often unsettling, and hyperrealistic style. This work exemplifies his signature approach, depicting a still life arrangement that includes decaying fruits, a boot, and a single rose. The intricate detail and somber tones create a sense of decay and vulnerability, reflecting themes of mortality and the fragility of life. Albright's signature style, characterized by meticulous realism and evocative imagery, makes this work a notable example of his artistic exploration of life's complexities.