Nature Morte Au Compotier 1918

Juan Gris’s 1918 “Nature Morte Au Compotier” is a Cubist work that utilizes geometric shapes and flat planes to depict a still life scene. The artwork features a brown and black color palette, with white highlights to create a sense of depth and texture. The composition is fragmented and layered, characteristic of Cubist art, which aimed to break down traditional forms of perspective and representation. This technique is evident in the overlapping and fragmented shapes of the still life objects, which are rendered as a series of interconnecting planes. The artwork's abstract nature, with its geometric forms and absence of traditional perspective, reflects the artistic trends of the early 20th century, showcasing a departure from the traditional conventions of representation.