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STILL LIFE

Creator(s): L. Benois (Painter)

Currently in storage


About this object

Painting shows a still life. In the center is a large copper pot which is tipped forewards. In the back of the pot is a wicker basket which is propped up against it. This is filled with red currants and green leaves. To the right is a white fluted bowl, also filled with red currants and green leaves. On the ledge next to the white bowl is a copper ladle. On the grey ledge are masses of red and white currants, as well as red raspberries on a cabbage leaf.

Object name:
STILL LIFE
Made from:
Oil on canvas -- frame
Made in:
FRANCE
Date made:
19th c.
Size:
59.7 x 80 cm (23 1/2 x 31 1/2 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
51.166
Class:
PAINTING
Signature marks:
SIGNATURE Signed lower right: L. Benois
Credit line:
Gift of General Foods, 1978