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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.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
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"Overlook" - Contemporary Acrylic Barn Painting on Canvas
Located in Denver, CO
Justin Wheatley was born and raised in Clinton, Utah. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Utah State University with an emphasis in drawing and painting, and a Masters of Arts fro...
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
"El Guapo" - Contemporary Acrylic Barn Painting on Canvas
Located in Denver, CO
Justin Wheatley was born and raised in Clinton, Utah. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Utah State University with an emphasis in drawing and painting, and a Masters of Arts fro...
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Whispers of the Night Garden
Located in Zofingen, AG
Step into a world of quiet enchantment with this breathtaking original oil painting. Under a deep, starry twilight sky, a rustic country house is beautifully framed by lush, blooming...
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Giselle (Gestural Abstract, Vibrant, Warm, Atmospheric)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Giselle
Oil on Canvas
2021
Size: 28 x 22 x 1.25 inches (71.1 × 55.9 × 3.2 cm)
Signed in front on lower right
Signed, dated and titled verso
COA provided
*On Stretcher Frame, Galler...
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Oil
Sunflowers in the studio . Original floral painting. Small size. Impressionism
Located in Oslo, NO
A vibrant explosion of nature fills the canvas. Sunflowers bloom in a dense, energetic arrangement. Thick impasto layers create a tangible sense of volume. The artist employs a rich ...
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Clover. Small gouache floral painting. Gift . Framed
Located in Oslo, NO
Vibrant blooms erupt from a translucent vessel. This artwork captures a moment of natural exuberance. Deep magenta petals contrast against cool, muted greens. The brushwork is confid...
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Paper, Gouache, Crayon
