Still Life c. 1955

giorgiomorandi

amateur sketch

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

white clean appearance

possibly oil pastel

underpainting

pastel chalk drawing

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Still Life" by Giorgio Morandi is a classic example of his minimalist style. The painting features a simple arrangement of bottles, jars, and geometric shapes, all rendered in muted browns, grays, and yellows. Morandi's mastery of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and volume within the composition, emphasizing the interplay of form and space. The composition's balance and subtle variations in color make it both calming and intriguing, inviting the viewer to contemplate the beauty of everyday objects.