Still Life with Window 

Louis Marcoussis created this painting, Still Life with Window, using oil paint on canvas. The traditional fine art materials lend the surface a tactile quality, and the brushstrokes are clearly visible, especially in the rendering of the sky. Marcoussis uses a restrained palette, allowing the composition to emerge from the juxtaposition of color planes and textures. Note the artist's interest in woven textures. This motif, coupled with the artist's use of accessible materials, blurs the line between fine art and everyday experience. The materiality of the oil paint invites us to consider the artist's hand, mediating between the world of objects and our perception of it. The painting's value resides not just in its visual representation, but also in the labor and artistry invested in its making. This piece is a testament to the enduring power of materials, making, and context in shaping our understanding of art.