Lobster, Crab and Cucumber 1827

"Lobster, Crab and Cucumber" is a still life painting by William Henry Hunt, created in 1827. It showcases Hunt's meticulous attention to detail and his mastery of realism, particularly in depicting the textures and colors of the lobster, crab, cucumber and onion. The composition is simple, yet elegant, with the seafood placed on a wooden table against a dark background. Hunt was renowned for his still life paintings, which often featured everyday objects like fruits, vegetables and animals.