Kager 1913

Peter Ilsted made "Kager" which means Cakes in Danish - at an unknown date using printmaking techniques on paper. I wonder what Peter was thinking when he made this image? Did he enjoy eating cakes? Is this just an image to capture a fleeting moment of tasty treats, or is it trying to say something more? The color palette is very subdued, muted browns, creams, and dark blacks, which makes me feel like the artist isn't trying to seduce me with delicious colors. It feels quite neutral and honest. It seems he just noticed them sitting on the table one day. I like the cream-filled pastry the most. The filling has this almost angelic glow to it. The textures are quite amazing, especially the soft fluffy tops of the cakes, and the way the light glints off the plate. I think Peter was on his way to becoming a master of seeing!