The artwork titled “Still Life” by Raoul Dufy, created in 1928, is a watercolor painting on paper, measuring 53 x 67 cm. This piece belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and falls under the genre of still life.
The artwork is a vibrant and fluid depiction of a still life scene, characterized by Dufy’s signature lightness and playful brushwork. Central to the composition is a table adorned with fruits, a loaf of bread, and a glass of red wine, exuding a sense of casual simplicity and abundance. The background features an array of chairs and tables, lightly sketched and bathed in a dreamy wash of colors, creating an impressionistic outdoor setting. The presence of natural elements like trees and leaves adds a harmonious balance to the overall composition. Dufy’s use of watercolor gives the painting a translucent quality, enhancing its delicate and airy atmosphere.
