“Still Life with Fish, II” is an artwork created by Bernard Buffet in 1949. This piece belongs to the Expressionism and Miserablism art movements and is classified under the genre of still life.
The artwork features a somber and stark depiction of a fish, prominently displayed in the center. The fish is rendered in hues of green, with dark, shadowy fins extending outward. Accompanying the fish, there is a brown, linear vessel to the left, characterized by its elongated spout and sharp edges. Small, yellowish elements are scattered around, seemingly representing slices of lemon or similar objects. The background consists of a light, austere setting, with sharp, intersecting lines that lend a sense of tension and unease. The interplay of muted colors and geometric lines underscores the bleak and desolate tone characteristic of Buffet’s style. The artist’s signature is prominently placed in the upper right corner, reinforcing the distinctive personal touch of the piece.
