Dish of Peaches 1894

Here, at the Oskar Reinhart Foundation, is Paul Cézanne’s "Dish of Peaches". Look at how Cézanne uses short, methodical brushstrokes to construct the forms, giving the painting a sense of structure and solidity. The composition is arranged with the dish of fruit as the central focus. The arrangement of the peaches and leaves creates a complex interplay of shapes and colors. This challenges the traditional still life. Cézanne uses color to define form. Notice how each peach is rendered with variations of red, yellow, and green, creating a sense of volume and texture. Cézanne's approach can be seen as a departure from traditional representation towards a more analytical way of seeing. The seemingly simple subject matter becomes an exploration of perception. The flattening of perspective and emphasis on geometric forms reflect broader artistic concerns with challenging fixed perspectives. This approach paved the way for later movements like Cubism.