Fruit, Knife and Napkin 1898

Albert Marquet's "Fruit, Knife and Napkin," painted in 1898, is a still life capturing the simple beauty of everyday objects. The composition features a vibrant array of pears and apples, arranged on a tablecloth. The artist's use of bold colors and expressive brushstrokes, characteristic of Fauvism, creates a sense of energy and immediacy. The interplay of light and shadow on the fruits, combined with the patterned tablecloth, adds depth and visual interest to the scene.