Basket of Fruits 1864

Edouard Manet's "Basket of Fruits" (1864) is a still life painting depicting a basket overflowing with fruit, including peaches, plums, and figs. Manet, a renowned Impressionist painter, is known for his bold use of color and light in capturing everyday subjects. The painting's loose brushstrokes and the emphasis on the interplay of light and shadow give it a sense of immediacy and realism, characteristic of Manet's style. The inclusion of a knife adds a sense of everyday life and domesticity to the scene, further emphasizing the artist's interest in portraying ordinary subjects in a new and fresh way.