Basket Of Clandestine Passion 2017

"Basket of Clandestine Passion" (2017) by Michael Cheval is a humorous painting depicting a playful scene of a man trying to catch a woman while holding a watermelon. The man is dressed in a blue and gold outfit, reminiscent of Renaissance fashion, and the woman wears a red and white dress. The woman is running away from the man, while a third figure, a woman in a brown dress and an apron, stands with a basket of laundry. The scene is set in a backyard with drying laundry hanging in the background, adding a whimsical touch to the artwork. The painting combines elements of realism and fantasy, showcasing Cheval's distinctive style.