Still Life with Cake 1818

"Still Life with Cake" (1818) by Raphaelle Peale is a classic example of American still life painting. The painting depicts a simple arrangement of objects, including a plate of cake, a glass of wine, and bunches of grapes. Peale’s attention to detail and the naturalistic rendering of the objects create a sense of realism and bring the still life to life. This piece is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Peale, renowned for his still life paintings, was known for his meticulous detail and his ability to capture the beauty of everyday objects.