Study of a Bunch of Grapes 1790 - 1810

Mme. Peigné's "Study of a Bunch of Grapes" (1790-1810) is a meticulously rendered watercolor painting that showcases the artist's keen eye for detail. The vibrant purple grapes, depicted against a delicate white background, are surrounded by intricately rendered leaves and tendrils, highlighting the beauty of nature's simple forms. This botanical artwork, now part of the collection at The Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies the flourishing of still-life painting in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.