Still life with egg 1915

Aleksandra Ekster made this painting, Still Life with Egg, with oil paints, at a time unknown to us. It's an intriguing arrangement, where the everyday transforms into an adventure of forms and colours. Look closely, and you'll notice how Ekster plays with light, casting an otherworldly glow on the objects. The surface is a mosaic of thick and thin paint layers, some transparent, some opaque, with visible brushstrokes. See how the red circle hovers playfully atop the grapes? Ekster’s careful use of this bold colour creates a focal point, drawing our eyes deeper into the composition. This work feels related to the playful spirit and geometric interests of artists like Fernand Léger. Ultimately, Ekster’s still life reminds us that art is an ongoing conversation, an exchange of ideas across time and space. Its strength is its ambiguity, inviting each of us to bring our own interpretations to the table.