Bowl of Fruit 1857

Henri Fantin-Latour's "Bowl of Fruit" (1857) is a still life painting featuring a variety of fruits, including pears, apples, and grapes, arranged in a bowl and scattered on a table. The artist uses a palette of warm, earthy tones and soft, subtle brushstrokes to capture the textures and forms of the fruit. This composition is a typical example of the Realist movement, which emphasized the depiction of everyday objects and scenes, and Fantin-Latour's meticulous attention to detail is evident in this work. The still life genre was popular in the 19th century and provided a way for artists to experiment with light, color, and composition.