Still Life Fruit 1872

Gustave Courbet's "Still Life Fruit" (1872) is a prime example of Realism, a movement in 19th-century art that celebrated everyday subjects. The painting features a simple arrangement of apples and pears in a basket, with a few rolling out on a table, all rendered with meticulous detail and a focus on naturalism. The inclusion of a window view, suggesting a domestic setting, further emphasizes the ordinary nature of the subject, reflecting Courbet's belief in the beauty of the everyday. The work is currently housed in the Shelburne Museum in Shelburne, Vermont.