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Does a still life have to be realistic?
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No, a still life doesn't have to be realistic. Still life is a genre or type of subject matter. To fit the definition, a piece simply needs to portray inanimate objects. Artists can employ any style they choose to represent the objects in their paintings. Some examples of abstract still-life paintings include Georges Braque's Violin and Candlestick, Pablo Picasso's Still Life with Chair Caning and Paul Cézanne's Fruit Bowl, Glass, and Apples. Find a large collection of still-life paintings on 1stDibs.
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Pair of Cherry and Plum Branch Studies
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of small oil paintings (studies) by Oscar Julius Paulsen (1860-1932) depicting a plum branch, the other a cherry branch with fruit. Both have light backgrounds and are mounted i...
Category
Late 19th Century Naturalistic Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Robert Kelsey - Scottish 20th Century Oil Painting Of A Country House Interior
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Robert Kelsey PAI FRSA (1949-) Scottish
TITLE: "Scottish Country House Interior"
SIGNED: lower right
MEDIUM: oil on canvas
SIZE: 87cm x 76cm inclusive of frame
CONDITION:...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bouquet with white roses
Located in Zofingen, AG
The brightness and freshness of the festive bouquet is emphasized by white roses.
They are different shapes but the same color.
The writing style is impressionism, which makes it pos...
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Lacquer, Acrylic
Abstract bouquet
Located in Zofingen, AG
A miniature painting in an abstract style is a perfect addition to your art collection.
The artist is very passionate about creating paintings of different sizes in order to create u...
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Lacquer, Acrylic, Cardboard
Modern abstract Impressionist still life floral painting on paper "Roses Trio"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
"Roses Trio” is a vibrant contemporary floral still life by French artist Natalya Mougenot, whose intuitive, spontaneous brushwork transforms everyday blooms into a burst of emotiona...
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
Mougenot NatalyaModern abstract Impressionist still life floral painting on paper "Roses Trio", 2026
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Morning in Color
Located in Zofingen, AG
Morning in Color captures an intimate moment suspended within the warmth of early light. Two figures sit facing one another, framed by an open architectural structure that blurs the ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
