Still Life with Grapes and Peaches
Datec. 1845
Artist
John F. Francis
(American painter, 1808–1886)
MediumOil on canvas
Dimensions10 1/2 × 13 1/2 in. (26.7 × 34.3 cm)
frame: 15 7/8 × 19 in. (40.3 × 48.3 cm)
frame: 15 7/8 × 19 in. (40.3 × 48.3 cm)
Credit LineGift of Miss Brereton Sturtevant in memory of Mrs. Grace Brereton Sturtevant, 1970
Object number1970-20
On View
Not on viewClassificationsPAINTING
Label TextIn the 19th century, still life painting was one way for artists to refine and demonstrate their skill in the depiction of various textures. Here the smooth grapes contrast with the soft peaches.
